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Answered on 01/10/2024 Learn Tabla +2 Mridangam Dholak

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How is the mridangam made?

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The mridangam's body isusually made using a hollowed piece of jackfruit wood about an inch thick. Two mouths of it are covered with leather and laced to each other with leather straps along the length of the drum.
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Is it ethical to use the Mridangam?

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Yes, it is generally ethical to use the **mridangam** for musical purposes. However, concerns may arise over the materials used, such as animal skins for the drumheads. Ethical practices would involve using responsibly sourced or synthetic materials.
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What is the meaning of “mridangam”?

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Mridangam means 'body of clay'.
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Why is the mridangam not cylindrical? What are the scientific/musical implications of the same?

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The **mridangam** is barrel-shaped, not cylindrical, to enhance resonance and sound quality. ### Implications: 1. **Improved Resonance**: Better sound projection and tonal balance. 2. **Tuning Flexibility**: Allows precise tuning through varied tension on the heads. 3. **Variety of Techniques**:... read more
The **mridangam** is barrel-shaped, not cylindrical, to enhance resonance and sound quality. ### Implications: 1. **Improved Resonance**: Better sound projection and tonal balance. 2. **Tuning Flexibility**: Allows precise tuning through varied tension on the heads. 3. **Variety of Techniques**: Supports diverse playing techniques and rhythms. 4. **Comfort**: Ergonomic design for better player control and comfort. read less
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Why is jackfruit wood used to make mridangam?

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Jackfruit wood is used to make mridangam because it's durable and produces a powerful sound.
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Are there "gharana" in Mridangam?

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Yes, there are gharanas in Mridangam. Such as Tanjore Gharana.
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Answered on 28/09/2024 Learn Tabla +2 Mridangam Dholak

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What is the proper way to hold a mridangam?

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To hold a **mridangam** properly: 1. **Sit cross-legged** or on a chair with your feet flat. 2. Place the **mridangam** on your lap, with the larger drumhead (played with the dominant hand) facing outward. 3. Hold the instrument firmly with your non-dominant hand on the left side, while your dominant... read more
To hold a **mridangam** properly: 1. **Sit cross-legged** or on a chair with your feet flat. 2. Place the **mridangam** on your lap, with the larger drumhead (played with the dominant hand) facing outward. 3. Hold the instrument firmly with your non-dominant hand on the left side, while your dominant hand plays the right side. 4. Keep your back straight and maintain a comfortable posture for ease of movement. read less
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Where were Tabla and Dholak invented?

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The **tabla** is believed to have originated in North India, particularly in the Delhi region, around the 18th century. The **dholak** has roots in various parts of India, commonly associated with folk traditions in regions like Punjab and Gujarat.
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What is a large part of dholak culture?

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A large part of **dholak** culture is its association with folk music and traditional celebrations, such as weddings, festivals, and religious events across India. It is commonly used in bhajans, qawwali, and regional dance forms.
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Why are the sounds generated by a tabla and sitar different?

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The sounds of the **tabla** and **sitar** differ due to their construction and method of playing. The tabla is a percussion instrument, producing rhythmic beats through striking its drumheads. The sitar, a string instrument, generates melodic sounds through plucking strings and adjusting tension, producing... read more
The sounds of the **tabla** and **sitar** differ due to their construction and method of playing. The tabla is a percussion instrument, producing rhythmic beats through striking its drumheads. The sitar, a string instrument, generates melodic sounds through plucking strings and adjusting tension, producing a sustained resonance. read less
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