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During this period, it was the sacristan\u2019s duty to call the faithful to the Stations of the Cross, confessions, penances, and sermons by rattling the matraca through the streets.<\/p>\n\n<p>The matraca has survived to the present day, especially in processional contexts. This piece is part of the Musical Instruments Management Unit at MAH.<\/p>\n\n<p>UNTIL MAY 4, 2025<br data-start=\"61\" data-end=\"64\"\/>MUSEUM OF ANGRA DO HERO\u00cdSMO<br data-start=\"91\" data-end=\"94\"\/>ROOM OF THE S\u00c3O FRANCISCO BUILDING | MEMORIES<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>This month\u2019s feature highlights a percussion and clapper instrument commonly known as a matraca, originating from the Church of Our Lady of Guia at the Convent of S\u00e3o Francisco. Its historical origin dates back to the 7th century, when the Catholic Church prohibited the ringing of bells from Maundy Thursday to Easter Sunday. 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