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A khartal or kartal is a percussion instrument of India.
- Who invented khartal?
- When was khartal invented?
- Which classification does the instrument Kartal belong to?
- What are castanets called in India?
Who invented khartal?
This version of Kartal was invented by Biraha singer Bihari Lal Yadav and only used while singing Biraha. They singer holds the pair in his hands and strike them to produce music while singing.
When was khartal invented?
The earliest use of khartal was in bhajan, harinam, and kirtan devotional music. The rhythms used in bhajan devotionals were derived from the Samaveda samhita dated around 1000 BCE. Around the same time, khartal and other percussion rhythms were used in kirtan devotionals from the Nama-kirtana.
Which classification does the instrument Kartal belong to?
The Kartal are a percussion instrument similar to the chimta in effect, if not design They are simply a pair of wooden blocks or frames that have been outfitted with small metal pieces or bells.
What are castanets called in India?
Rajasthani kartals are a simple rhythm instrument made of thin hardwood boards. They come from the western Indian state of Rajasthan. They are related to the castanets used in flamenco.
