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SURYA PIRAI
Type: AVANADDHA VADYA
Surya Pirai is a percussion instrument made of iron and parchment. This temple instrument is found in Tamil Nadu. Majorly used in temples of South India mainly in ‘Mariamman’ temples.
SURYA PIRAI in Tamil Nadu
Material: Iron, parchment
A circular iron rim is attached to a bent iron strip by a small iron rod. One side is covered with skin. Bent part is tied on the forehead of the player and played with two sticks, along with its pair called ‘Chandra Pirai’. Used in temples of South India mainly in ‘Mariamman’ temples.
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