Ektara, a traditional string instrument with deep roots in Indian and Bangladeshi music traditions, can be a rewarding experience for beginners. In this beginner’s guide, we will explore the fundamental aspects of starting your journey with the Ektara. From understanding its history and anatomy to mastering basic playing techniques and delving into more advanced styles, this article aims to provide a comprehensive overview to help you embark on your musical exploration with this captivating instrument.
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The Sitar is an Indian musical instrument that is the most popular one in India. It has been used since ancient times & is still considered to be very important among the musical instrument of the world. The sitar has a long history. The mesmerizing instrument has been in use for centuries and continues to be one of the primary instruments used in Eastern music today.
Continue ReadingContinue ReadingNorth India is home to the most popular percussion instrument, the tabla. Usually associated with North Indian classical music, it is also widely used in other music styles and is the most popular percussion instrument in all of India. Known as daya/right and tabla respectively, the highest-pitched drum is also played with the right hand. The tabla, a pair of small drums fundamental to Hindustani music, was invented in the 18th century.
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Shakuhachi is a Japanese flute that has been played for more than 1000 years. It is the traditional instrument of the Zen Buddhist monks who play in the mountains and valleys of Japan. The shakuhachi is made from a single piece of bamboo and has only four finger holes (in contrast, Western flutes have several).