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TUMKI
Type: AVANADDHA VADYA
Tumki is a percussion instrument made of wood, leather, parchment, and clay. This traditional instrument is found in Orissa. Majorly used in ‘Dalkhai’ dance.
TUMKI in Orissa
Material: Clay, parchment, leather, wood
A clay bowl. Skin covered face tightened with the help of leather straps. Slung from the neck, beaten with wooden sticks. Used in ‘Dalkhai’ dance.
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