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THE STREET - INDIA - INSTRUMENTS
Dipak - playing drums

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TablaThe Tabla
Can you pat your head and rub your stomach at the same time? Tabla players have to be able to play different beats with each hand.
Listen (4'43) to 'Melo Melo' arranged and performed by Sirishkumar from the album Kirtan Mala
Listen to the tabla played by Shirishkumar
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Dhol DrumThe Dhol Drum
You can walk or dance playing this drum so it’s great at festivals. Played with a stick by Punjabi Sikh players.
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SitarThe Sitar
Ouch! When playing the sitar you have to rest it on your foot. That can be quite painful!
Listen to Anoushka Shankar play 'First Love', Angel CDC 556729 2
Listen to Anoushka Shankar play the Sitar
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