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SAS013101
2:32
Tabla is a South Asian membranophone percussion instrument consisting of a pair of drums, used in Hindustani classical music since the 18th century. It is also a vital instrument in the devotional traditions of Hinduism and Sikhism. 100 bpm
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SAS013102
1:00
Commercial length; Tabla, Salangai and Tambourine. 100 bpm
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SAS013104
1:00
Commercial length; Tabla and Salangai. 110 bpm
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SAS013106
1:00
Commercial length; Tabla, Salangai and brass Manjira. 130 bpm
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SAS013107
1:00
Commercial length; Bass Tabla with top Tabla. 125 bpm
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SAS013108
2:52
Tabla music was primarily played to entertain the King and to ensure that the dance performances were made livelier and more spontaneous in nature in Darbar. 125 bpm
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SAS013109
2:35
Tabla Tarang, a set of 10 to 16 Tabla drums, each tuned to a different note. The player uses his palms to strike the drums in quick succession, hopefully to come as close to the human voice as possible in its shifts. 100 bpm
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SAS013110
2:37
Tabla Tarang has been transformed from the percussion instrument Tabla to a melodic instrument. Accompanied by Tabla, Shakers and brass Manjira. 100 bpm
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SAS013113
2:19
The Udukkai is an hourglass shaped, membranous drum, having a small snare stretched over one side. It is used in devotional and folk music in the state of Tamil Nadu. 110 bpm
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SAS013114
2:21
Lord Shiva is very well associated with Udukkai. Lord Shiva's right hand holds the drum of creation, the Udukkai, beating the pulse of the Universe. 110 bpm
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SAS013115
2:34
Dhol is one of the most common percussion instruments of India. Nagara is the lead instrument in folk ceremonies and weddings in Assam, also played for the folk dance and the Bihu festival of Assam. 165 bpm
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SAS013116
1:00
Commercial length; In the state of Maharashtra, this Dhol music is played during Lord Ganesh festivals.The patterns of Dhol have been developed to catalyze the mind of the devotee who is seeking spiritual trance. 165 bpm
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SAS013117
2:00
The folk grooves on the Dhol music maintain a rigid pattern, repeating a number of times. These patterns are mainly based on the bodily movements since they serve to articulate dance. 80 bpm
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SAS013118
3:12
The Dhol accompanied by shakers, cowbell and tambourine adds as a motif to the rhythmic movement for the dancers. 80 bpm
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SAS013119
1:57
Morsing consists of a metal ring in the shape of a horseshoe with two parallel forks. Morsing is mostly played along with Mridangam or Dhol. 100 bpm
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SAS013120
1:00
Commercial length; The Nagara, a membranophone instrument is considered to be the lead instrument in folk ceremonies and weddings. Nagara is played during the Holy worship too. 140 bpm
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SAS013121
2:37
In ancient India, Nagara was used to announce important news to the people by the King. The Nagara drum music attracts the crowd so they listen to the announcements. 140 bpm
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SAS013122
2:43
Thavil is a traditional South Indian percussion instrument, played in South Indian festivals, ceremonies and temples. 100 bpm
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SAS013123
0:30
Commercial length; Thavil and brass Manjira. 100 bpm
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SAS013124
2:23
The Khol is a terracotta two-sided drum used in Northern and Eastern India. This instrument is played before performing devotional rituals. 125 bpm
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SAS013125
1:00
Commercial length; In Northern Indian folk music the Khol is accompanied by cowbell, wooden bell and Salangai. 125 bpm
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SAS013126
1:00
Commercial length; Bass Dholak music is used for dances like Bhangra, Kuchipidi, Raas Garba, Kathakali. 80 bpm
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SAS013127
2:33
The bass Dholak with Maracas, Tambourine, wooden bell and lazer bell, as played during wedding ceremonies, where young adults and children sing and dance to the beats of the bass Dholak. 80 bpm
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SAS013128
2:43
The Parai is one of the oldest drums used in the state of Tamil Nadu, India, for dances, funerals, temple festivals and sporting events. It is also played to invoke the deities in temples and to alert the people at flood times. 135 bpm
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SAS013129
1:00
Commercial length; Parai dance is a folk dance of Tamil Nadu. The word 'Parai' means 'announcing'. So the Parai music is also used to convey news to the people. 135 bpm
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SAS013130
2:48
The Parai drum is considered to be the symbol of Tamil culture. Parai consists of a circular wood frame with one end closed with cow skin membrane and the other end open. It is performed in dances, funerals, temple festivals and sporting events. 140 bpm
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SAS013131
2:50
In ancient times Parai was used as an auspicious instrument for weddings. Parai creates rhythm that goes to your pulse and makes you feel like dancing. 140 bpm
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SAS013132
2:40
The Dholak is a popular folk instrument, widely used in music for healing ceremonies in Qawwali, Kirtan, Lavani and Bhangra. It is often used in Indian film music. 140 bpm
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SAS013133
2:13
The Dholak is a popular double-headed hand drum, which has a high pitch on one side and a lower pitch on the other side. It is used in Indian classical dance music. 140 bpm
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SAS013134
2:39
Mridangam is one of the most popular classical instruments of South India, which is the primary rhythmic accompaniment in Indian Carnatic classical music ensembles. 98 bpm
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SAS013135
2:39
Mridangam with brass Manjira and Salangai. 98 bpm
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SAS013137
2:51
Mridangam is the principal rhythmic accompaniment (pakkavadyam) in Indian Carnatic classical music performances, ensuring all of the other artists are keeping their timing in check while providing support to the main artist. 100 bpm