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Gopiyantra
The gopiyantra, also known
as the gopichand or ektara,
is a common instrument in Bengal, especially amongst the Bauls.
The gopiyantra is a one headed drum with one open
end. The sides of the drum are connected with two strong reeds of bamboo
connected at the top. Fastened in between the two bamboo reeds is one metal
string. Unlike many string-drone instruments, this one allows pitch fluctuation
by compressing the reeds to produce a lower sound, or pulling the reeds apart
for a higher pitched sound.
UPDATED: March 12, 2012