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Bamboo, the raw material is a product of nature and its physical properties like density, thickness, internal diameter etc are not uniform. These factors need to be kept in mind while making a Flute and their effect on the character and tone of the instrument can only be judged by experience. The flutes are carved out by hand. The process begins with selecting the right piece of bamboo. The ratio of length vs diameter is an important factor in this. Other considerations are the thickness of the bamboo, the desired scale and the number of knots present. The bamboo is then cut to a length slightly longer than what is finally required and the knots are removed. After this, a position for the blowing hole is decided keeping in mind the curvature and the physical structure of the bamboo. The blowing hole is then made by burning the bamboo with a hot iron rod. A cork is fixed inside the tube near the blowing hole in such a position so that the main note and its octave can be played with maximum ease. Measurements are made and the bamboo is again cut to acheive the correct pitch. Similarly, other holes are marked and burnt into the bamboo. The next step and the most complex one is that of tuning the flute. The flute has to be tuned by adjusting the size of the holes. The holes can only be widened and not shortened, so if an error is made at this stage, the entire flute goes waste. This is where the skill of a seasoned craftsman is put to use. The flutes are tuned strictly to the pure diatonic scale and not to the tempered, chromatic scale. Once the flute is tuned it is washed and dipped in a mixture of various oils and antiseptic solution for over 24 hours. After this, the oil is allowed to drain for another 24 hours. The flute is now ready to be played and some final touches are added.
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What is a bansuri?
A bansuri is a bamboo transverse flute used in the classical music of North India.
What does the bansuri play - melody rhythm or drone?
Melody :D
What bansuri flute is best for beginners?
G-scale bansuri is usually recommended for beginners. You should not shop for it online or at a store but rather get it through someone who has first hand technical knowledge of a bamboo flute because, contrary to popular belief, good quality professional bansuris can be expensive.
What is the tonal system of Indonesian music?
Indian music draws its pitch materials from a greatly expanded set of heptatonic scales called Thaats.
What are newari instruments?
Newari instruments are traditional musical instruments from the Newar community in Nepal, known for their rich cultural heritage. Some prominent Newari instruments include the "daha," a type of drum; the "mahad" or "madhyapur," a string instrument; and the "bansuri," a bamboo flute. These instruments are often used in various cultural celebrations, rituals, and folk music performances, reflecting the vibrant traditions of the Newar people. Their unique sounds contribute significantly to the festive atmosphere during Newari festivals and ceremonies.
What is a bansuri?
A bansuri is a bamboo transverse flute used in the classical music of North India.
How bansuri is made?
The bansuri is typically made from a single piece of bamboo which is hollowed out and shaped into a tube with finger holes. The bamboo is dried and then tuned by adjusting the length and diameter of the instrument. The bansuri is finished with a polish or varnish to protect the bamboo and enhance its appearance.
What does the bansuri play - melody rhythm or drone?
Melody :D
Which part of bansuri vibrates to produce sound?
iys holes
Who made bansuri?
The bansuri, a traditional Indian bamboo flute, has been played for centuries and its exact origins are not attributed to one specific individual. However, it has been popularized and associated with legendary Indian gods and musicians such as Lord Krishna and Tansen.
What are the parts of a Bansuri?
Bansuri flute is made of a piece of bamboo with one end closed with the natural bamboo node or with a cork. It has 7 to 9 holes, one for blowing and the rest for fingers. So essentially it has only one or at the most two physical parts.
What bansuri flute is best for beginners?
G-scale bansuri is usually recommended for beginners. You should not shop for it online or at a store but rather get it through someone who has first hand technical knowledge of a bamboo flute because, contrary to popular belief, good quality professional bansuris can be expensive.
What actors and actresses appeared in Mo Dil To Diwana - 2013?
The cast of Mo Dil To Diwana - 2013 includes: Bansuri Subhendu Asrumochan Mohanty
When was the bansuri invented?
Bansuri is certainly a primordial instrument and to arrive at an exact date when it was invented does not seem possible. But we can take some educated guesses at this. Krishna who is considered to be the 9th avatar of Vishnu, is the most famous player of bansuri in history. As a youth he used to be a cowherd and it is said that by his mesmerizing flute playing he not only used to bring back lost cows but used to enchant the whole town of Braj, especially the milk women folk. Krishna's birth is dated by historian to be anywhere between 1400 B.C. to 5800 B.C.. By deduction, bansuri has to have been invented much before the time of Krishna. So we are talking about the date of 'invention' older than 3400 years or may be even older than 7800 years! Apart from the story of Krishna, there are many references to bansuri in the old scriptural text of India. In one of the most important books on Indian music theory, Sangeeta Ratnakara (13th century), Sarangadeva refers to 13 different sizes of flute. Also, the Buddhist caves of Ajanta (2nd century B.C.) have murals depicting bansuri players. The Vedas are among the oldest sacred texts in the world dating from 1500-500 B.C. The vedic texts refer to the flute as venu. It was used as accompaniment to vedic recitations along with veena.
What instruments are there in India?
These are some of the instruments of India. The Sitar, veena, and sarod are some of the stringed instruments from India. The Tabla, and the ghatam are the most popular percussion instruments in India. A Bansuri is an Indian flute and a Suona is an Indian oboe.
What is the tonal system of Indonesian music?
Indian music draws its pitch materials from a greatly expanded set of heptatonic scales called Thaats.
What are the different types of flute-like instruments used in traditional music around the world?
The different types of flute-like instruments used in traditional music around the world include the Native American flute, the Chinese dizi, the Indian bansuri, the Irish tin whistle, and the Andean quena.
