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MUGARBAN
Type: AVANADDHA VADYA
Mugarban is a percussion instrument made of iron, cotton, and peacock feathers. This is a folk instrument found in Gujarat. Majorly used by the ‘Siddi’ community of Gujarat.
MUGARBAN in Gujarat
Material: Iron, cotton, peacock feathers
A huge barrel, mounted vertically on a square, four legged iron frame. The opening at the top is covered with cow-hide. Bracing of the drum head is done by cotton ropes through the holes. The entire body is covered with decorative cloth and peacock feathers. Used by the ‘Siddi’ community of Gujarat.
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