Bhapang Zarbagali Leather Covered Folk Percussion Musical Instrument Of India

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"Bhapang" or "Zarbagali" or "Khamak". Specially tied with Leather Knotting. Folk Musical instrument of Rajasthan, Punjab, Maharashtra and Bengal percussion instrument. Description: The Bhapang is a rare single stringed percussion instrument affectionately known as a 'talking drum' It originates from the Mewati community in the Alwar district.. It is known as a Chongar in Maharashtra, Apang in Gujarat and Tumba in the Punjab. The Bhapang emits a unique sound due to the gut string passing through a skin parchment. It has a varying pitch which requires rapid hand movements and dexterity for the innumerable slides, oscillations and grace notes that are necessary in producing a haunting melody.. It is often played to accompany Bhajans - spiritual, devotional songs - and poetry. Positioned under the armpit and plucked, it has a wonderful ability to convey emotion and depth despite its superficial simplicity.. dimension : diameter 6 to 7 inches, height- 6 to 7 inches

Key features

• ✓"Bhapang" or "Zarbagali" or "Khamak"
• ✓Specially tied with Leather Knotting
• ✓Folk Musical instrument of Rajasthan, Punjab, Maharashtra and Bengal percussion instrument
• ✓Description: The Bhapang is a rare single stringed percussion instrument affectionately known as a 'talking drum' It originates from the Mewati community in the Alwar district.
• ✓It is known as a Chongar in Maharashtra, Apang in Gujarat and Tumba in the Punjab. The Bhapang emits a unique sound due to the gut string passing through a skin parchment. It has a varying pitch which requires rapid hand movements and dexterity for the innumerable slides, oscillations and grace notes that are necessary in producing a haunting melody.
• ✓It is often played to accompany Bhajans - spiritual, devotional songs - and poetry. Positioned under the armpit and plucked, it has a wonderful ability to convey emotion and depth despite its superficial simplicity.
• ✓dimension : diameter 6 to 7 inches, height- 6 to 7 inches