Piwancha

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Piwancha
String instrument
Classification String instrument
DevelopedNepal

A piwancha is a

Malla period.[3] No original artifacts have survived, though images have enabled the creation of reproductions.[1][4]

The strings are tuned to C and G.[2]

References

  1. ^ a b Lama Sherpa, Phudorji (4 October 2002). "In search of lost music". Nepali Times.
  2. ^ a b "Chordophones". Jwajalapa!. newatech, inc. 1 May 2008. Archived from the original on 2 October 2008. Retrieved 22 May 2008.
  3. ^ Bana, Binit. "Afno Baja Chinau". Movers & Shakers.
  4. ^ untothenight. "Baja-Teaser". youtube.com. a traditional nepali folk instrument that is currently endangered.... "Piwancha" a Newari String Instrument.

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