	The "pinkillu" has great cultural significance. In the Andes the instrument is played during the early rainy season to celebrate cattle and farming. The "pinkillu" is often played in pairs or ensembles during the rainy season and at festivals. In Bolivia it is believed that the "pinkillu" made from cane attracts rainfall. The "pinkillu" is moistened with alcohol or water before playing, and are associated with fertility.