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GHUMAT
Type: AVANADDHA VADYA
Ghumat is a percussion instrument made of earthenware and lizard skin. This traditional instrument is found in Goa. Majorly used in folk and traditional musical ensembles of Goa.
GHUMAT in Goa
Material: Earthenware, lizard skin
A baked earthen pitcher, covered at the wider end with lizard skin and upper side open. When played, slung from the shoulder and beaten with fingers of the both hands. Used in folk and traditional musical ensembles of Goa.
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