Folk Musical Instruments - Membrane


 
 
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Folk Musical Instruments -Membrane Based

Dholak

  • It is an important musical instrument in Haryanvi folk music. It is used in almost all the household ceremonies of the family, e.g. kirtans, wedding ceremonies, etc.
  • It is made of mango, sheesham and teak wood Both the ends of this instrument are covered with animal hide.
  • Wooden sticks or hands are used for playing this instrument. It is also used in Punjab folk dance Bhangra.
  • Nagada

  • It is a type of drum, which is circular. It can be considered as a large form of tabla. It is placed on ground and then played.
  • It is made up of hide of buffalo or goat. It is divided into small nagada and large nagada. There is also a nagadi with small nagada which is known as 'Jhil'. Jhil is always kept on the let side on nagada.
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    Question : 1

    The musical instrument 'Daph' is associated with __________________-

    Right Option : C
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    Question : 2

    The piece of wood used to beat Nagada is _______________________.

    Right Option : B
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    Question : 3

    Which of the following is an example of a folk musical instrument that uses a membrane to produce sound?

    Right Option : C
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