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Harmonium : Originally it does
not belong to India but the Harmonium is now commonly seen at all
cultural performances. It is used by Swangis and Bhajmis in Haryana
as an accompanying instrument.
Rhythm comes naturally
to man since everything in creation moves to it. Percussion instrument keep
the rhythm of a dancer, singer or an instrumental player intact.
Dhol : This is a two-sided drum, played
by two small wooden sticks. A barrel-shaped wooden drum is covered with
skin on both sides. There are numerous varieties of this instrument. It
is used on the occasions of marriage, festivals wrestling matches and
dance-performances.
Dholak : This is a smaller version
of Dhol, mostly used by the Ahirs of Gurgaon district.
Daph : This is a one sided drum and
serves as accompaniment of dances particularly Dhamal dance which is popular
in Mahedargarh district. It is very simple in construction consisting
of an open circular frame with only one side covered with skin.
It can be played either by hands or with small sticks. It is also used
on festive occasions.
Khanjari : This is a small variety of
Daph with the only difference that the Ghungrus (bells) are fixed
around it. It is generally used in a solo dance performance.
Damru : This is a very small drum, shaped
like an hourglass. It is an attribute to Lord Shiva who is said to have
played it during his
Tandava Nritya. It is used as an accompaniment for devotional
and ritualistic folk music especially in Gugga dance. It is also associated
with Magic shows by Jugglers.
Deru : It is a bigger version
of Damru but serves the same purpose.
Nagara (Naqqara ) : This is also a side
drum but heavy and large in size and rests on the ground while playing.
Its body is made of copper. It is played with two large sticks. It is
a relic of feudal times when state announcements were made with the beat
of the Nagara.
Taasha : This is a one sided earthen
instrument played by two small sticks. It is used on ceremonial occasions
and some times also on the occasion of dance performances.
Jhil : This is a smaller version of
Nagara and is played with small sticks. It is also played on the left
side of the Nagara. It is really a part of Nagara like a pair of
Tabla.
Ghara : This earthen pitcher is the
cheapest instrument played on different occasions to keep only the rhythm.
Cymbals : These are two big round pieces
of bronze which produce metallic sound during a dance and other occasions.
Bells : These are used generally in
temples during aaratis,
kirtans and other
devotional performances.
Ghungrus : These are worn by dancers
around his or her ankles to give force and effect to the dance. It also
helps in producing the rhythm.
Khartal : These are small Ghungrus fixed
on two small wooden pieces and are struck together to keep the rhythm
according to the tempo of other instruments.
Manjira : This is a pair of metallic
cymbals used for producing rhythm. It produces a pleasant sound and is
used mostly as accompaniment to devotional music and more frequently during
dance performances. It is also used by Jogis of 'Naath Parampara'
during their prayers.
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