The Khartal: Sanctified Clappers of Divine Ecstasy
Providing bright rhythmic accents alongside the dholki and harmonium, the Khartal transforms congregational singing into an ecstatic spiritual experience.
The Khartal
The Wooden Clappers with Metallic Cymbals in Devotional Music
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The Khartal is an ancient percussion idiophone consisting of a pair of hardwood blocks fitted with brass jingles, elevating devotional Gurmat Sangeet and Sufi Qawwalis.
References & Citations
- Punjabi Lok Sangeet— Dr. Gurnam Singh(Punjabi University, Patiala)[2000]
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