Government of IndiaPOHL
Type: AVANADDHA VADYA
Pohl is a percussion instrument made of brass, parchment, and cotton. This folk instrument is found in Himachal Pradesh. It is majorly used in folk songs of Himachal Pradesh.
POHL in Himachal Pradesh
Material: Brass, parchment, cotton
An hourglass shaped drum made of brass with elongated waist. Both faces are covered by skin and tightened by cotton cord. A separate cord tied at the centre to increase tension on the skins. Suspended diagonally in front and beaten by both hands. It is used in folk songs of Himachal Pradesh.
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