The pakhawaj is a two-headed barrel drum from the Indian subcontinent. The kendang of Maritime Southeast Asia is a distant cousin of the pakhawaj. This instrument is the most widely utilized percussion instrument in the dhrupad style of Indian classical music. It is sometimes employed as a rhythm accompaniment for many other sub-forms of music and dance performances.
The pakhawaj's sides are constructed of animal hide. The membranes are wound around the hollowed barrel, largest in the middle, using leather thongs. Eight pieces of two-inch wooden round stock are hammered securely between the thongs and the barrel. Later, three concentric rings of dense black solidified cement are applied to the treble skin.
The pakhawaj and the woven outer ring are tuned using wooden wedges placed beneath the tautening straps. Different ragas are produced by adjusting the strings. A ball of wheat dough and water is placed on the bass skin to tune the pakhawaj for a low-pitched sound. The pakhawaj has a deep, mellow tone with rich harmonics.
Pakhawaj musicians sit on the floor with their legs crossed, holding the instrument horizontally in front of them. The players may occasionally place a pillow beneath the smaller treble face to gently elevate it. A right-handed player places the bass skin on the left side and the treble skin on the right.
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