The Udukkai
How The Udukkai sounds
The udukkai is an hourglass shaped, membranous drum used in devotional and folk music throughout India.
The udukkai is played with the hand and the pitch may be altered by tightening the lacing in the middle.
It is made of wood or brass and is very portable
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south
Performer Information
Performer Name: Ganesh
Musical Tradition:
Folk & Devotional
Did you know
The ‘damru’ in the Hindu God Shiva’s hands is similar to an udukkai.
