Monday, September 28, 2009

Unseen Rajasthan-Music Of Rajasthan

Today i am sharing some Musical Instruments of Rajasthan.

Pungi (Deer Thorns )
This is made up of Deer Thorn.Curly and Curve.The Narrow End is used to Play It.It Was used in old times to Kill Deer's in Forest as it makes sound like Deer.The one i am having is of Female.
Sarangi
It is like Indian Guitar.It has got 5 Strings and was used to play with traditional songs.
Tabla
Both are drums are used to play the beautiful music.
Ghungroo
They are kept in hand and are shacked and they give beautiful sound.
Manjira
Both the ends are of the thread are Tied up and then it is played.
Thali
This is a Brass plater and the stick.The stick is blown on it and it makes amazing sound.This is used especially when a baby is born.
Dholak
Both the poles are flat and are fingers are used to play it.
Chang.
Mostly used on "HOLY" the Color Festival Of India.
Tambura
Generally used by the Saints to play mythological songs.
Damru.
Used by the Aghori's generally.
Bansuri(Flute)
Flute is one of the famous music instrument of India.Lord Krishna used to play this.
Tanpura
It has around 7 strings and the stick that is used to play is made of wood and Filly tail Hair.

These can easily be seen In Rajasthan.You might find some one near forts,Palaces and lakes playing them.