From: Joepetto-AT-aol.com
Date: Sat, 7 Jun 1997 10:15:25 -0400 (EDT)
Subject: Re: Punch swazzle materials



In a message dated 6/6/97 9:36:22 PM, you wrote:

<<this is jim with rnj puppets,  i have a question.  i have gotten so much
email on swazzels and i have to ask what exactly it and what can i use for as
far as puppets. 

A swazzle is a type of reed or whistle that Punch and Judy workers use to
give Punch his distinctive voice. It's small ( 3/8" x 1/2" more or less), and
is kept in the mouth during the performance, much like a bird warbler.

>for all i know, a swazzel is a kid's dessert. 

It can be a Punch worker's snack, and can be enjoyed again and again. :-)

JoeP





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