Tanpura can be as tall as 60" or as small as 30".The 2nd and the 3rd to second octave Sa and the 4th to tonic Sa. ![]() The 1st one tuned to Pa (sometimes ma, Ni or any other note important to the raga being played). Besides these, Tanpura produces a whole range of rich natural harmonics (jawari in Hindi). Tanpura serves this purpose very well as it not only provides the root note Sa but also another note - specific to the particular raga being performed, usually Pancham or Pa (the fifth note). ![]() Having reference tone playing in the background can come in real handy here to help the bansuri player stay latched onto the tonic pitch or Sa. Also, during a long playing session the player may get fatigued and loose pitch in the process. In case of Bansuri, even if the player is an expert, the sound being produced can have pitch variations depending upon style, force and angle of blowing during a playing session. The drone produced, most commonly using a Tanpura ( तानपूरा in Hindi) (tambura in Carnatic tradition), serves the all important function of helping the musician stay on their pitch. ![]() In Indian classical music, both Hindustani and Carnatic, drone is considered to be an essential accompaniment for the musician.
0 Comments
Leave a Reply. |
Details
AuthorWrite something about yourself. No need to be fancy, just an overview. ArchivesCategories |