| Musical
Instrument
Nepalese
Musical instruments:
Nepal
is a country of tradition and culture. Needless to say
it is equally rich in traditional music and dance which
are related to different religion and culture of Nepal.
Musical Instrument in Nepal plays very important role
in almost every occasion or ceremony. It is believed
that there are about 400 (four hundred) types of original
musical instruments in Nepal.
 Sarangi
is a four string musical instrument. Madal
and Sarangi both are typical Nepali folk musical instruments
which are found in every part of Nepal. Madals can be
found in different sizes.
 Damaru
is important as it has religious significance too. It
is shaken by hands while worshipping which makes a distinct
sound.
The
soft tone of Bansuri casts a spell
on you as it starts to be played. It is a woodwind instrument
which is of three kinds- producing low, middle and high
tones.
Tabala
is a popular classical musical instrument. It can be
found either carved or in brass.
 Dhimay,
Dhah, Cymbals are famous Newar musical instruments.
Dhimay has the capacity to produce a multiple rumbling
echo which is its main feature .It is played in all
ceremonial processions. It is constructed from cylindrical
hollowed tree trunk with the leather pads at both ends.
Nowadays it is made of brass and other metals too. Dhah
is also made by the same material as Dhimay. It is accompanied
by other musical instruments.
 Cymbals
can be of different sizes. Tah is smaller but thicker
cymbals which is played during Bhajans (devotional songs)
and is considered to be the principal musical instrument.
It is made of an alloy of eight holy metals .Bhusyah
is thinner compared to Tah.
Sankha
or Conch is an ancient musical instrument. It has religious
significance too. Playing of it indicates the beginning
of any new work.
Ponga
is a long wind instrument of brass.
Nekoo
is a horn instrument and it is considered to be the
oldest form of musical instrument.
We
offer Singing bells, Cymbals, Dr. Drum, Ocean Drum Madals,
Tibetan Music Instruments like Bajra, Bells (with Dorje),
Trumpet and Dhilbu etc. These unique musical instruments
from Nepal can adorn your house or you can just try
playing them.
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