What is dhol?
Caucasian dhol is called dhol in Armenia, dholi or doli in Georgia and Abkhazia, and doul in North Caucasus . It has become popular in other parts of the world due to Indian diaspora and diaspora from the Indian subcontinent. Dhol has been a popular musical instrument in formal and informal dance performances for decades.
What is the importance of dhol in Goan music?
It also is an important part of Goan temple music; the temple dhol was traditionally played by a specific caste. The dhol was used by Gujaratis during celebrations such as Navaratri to accompany garba.
Who is the ‘youngest female Dholi’ of India?
The girl took her teacher’s words to heart for two years later, at the age of 14 she garnered recognition within India and across borders as the ‘youngest female dholi’ or ‘the Dhol girl of India’. This is Jahan Geet Singh. Born to Harcharan Singh, a judicial officer and Parminder Kaur in Chandigarh, Jahan has always chosen unconventional paths.
What are the different parts of dhol of Assam?
Name and function of different parts of the Dhol of Assam are as follows: The hollow wooden body of the Dhol is called Dima or Khola. The length of the Dima of the Bihu Dhol generally is about 50cm. The diameter of the right hand side of Dima is about 23 cm. and the left side is about 28cm.Generally Kathal (Jack), Sham wood are used for the khola.