Question
Download Solution PDFWhich of the following is not a string instrument?
Answer (Detailed Solution Below)
Detailed Solution
Download Solution PDFThe correct answer is Alghoza.
Key Points
- Alghoza:
- It is the state instrument of Rajasthan.
- It has a flute-like tube which has 4 holes.
- It is a wind instrument.
- The player produces sound by placing two algos simultaneously in the mouth.
- This Meena is a favorite instrument of tribals and Bhils.
- Major Artist – Ramnath Choudhary (Plays through nose)
- It is used in the life story of Veer Tejaji, Raja of Diggipuri, Dhola Maru dance, Bhavai dance.
- This is the family musical instrument of shepherds.
Additional Information
- Folk Instruments of Rajasthan:
- String instrument (Tat or Vitat instrument):-
- Bhapang, Sarangi, Tandura (Chautara), Iktara, Jantar, Chikara, Ravana Hattha, Surinda, Kamaicha, Rawaj.
- Wind instrument:-
- Shehnai, Pungi, Alghoza, Bankia, Bhungal or Bheri, Mashak, Trumpet, Flute.
- Avanaddha instruments:-
- Dholak, dhol, nagara, bada nagara (bomb or tapak), tasha, naubat, dhaunsa, mandal, chang (dhap), daroon, khanjari, mridang.
- Other musical instruments (drum instruments):-
- Khadtal, Nad, Manjira, Morchang, Jhanj, Thali (bronze).
- String instrument (Tat or Vitat instrument):-
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