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NOOT
Type: GHAN VADYA
Noot is a solid instrument made of clay, lacquer, and metal. Used in religious ceremonies, this instrument is found in Kashmir. Majorly used for rhythmic accompaniment along with Rabab and Saitar in Sufiana Qalam and other devotional and traditional musical forms of Kashmir.
NOOT in Kashmir
Material: Clay, lacquer, metal
A pitcher made of baked clay. The upper half is lacquer painted depicting folk motifs. While playing, placed on lap or on the ground, on a small ring and played with fingers of both hands. Used for rhythmic accompaniment along with Rabab and Saitar in Sufiana Qalam and other devotional and traditional musical forms of Kashmir.
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