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  chenda

 

India

A small group of chenda drummers resting after performing at a wedding (fig.).

 

This rather large drum is cylindrical  and has heads on both ends, though only one side is played, using drumsticks. There are a number of hinges that hold the drum head to the trunk using rope.

 

  chenda