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English: Mayuri, Origin: Over 500 years ago, material: Wood, Metal. Region: North India. The instrument is in the shape of a peacock. It is called "Taus" in North India. "Taus" is a Persian word meaning peacock. It is currently played in Punjab. The music from this instrument sounds like a peacock's call. It is played using a bow. It has 28-30 strongs. It is used to recite Guru Granth Sahib songs called "Shabad Keertan". |
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| Author | Venkatarangan Thirumalai |
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From the exhibition titled "Iyal Isai Museum" that happened from 11 January 2018 to 12 February 2018 at The Government Museum, Egmore, Chennai (Madras), Tamil Nadu. Source: https://venkatarangan.com/blog/2018/02/the-egmore-museum-chennai/
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