Classical Indian hand percussion Damru is well known folk instrument
for drumming in all over India. Damru is mainly made in wood, metal or
skull with both ends covered by animal skin (goat skin) crossed tied-up
strings or cords made from cotton, leather or jute. Damru is an hour
glass shaped drum, typically played with the bare hands, a player wave
the instrument by twisting the wrist back and forth. A Damru player
adjusts the pitch of the instrument by adjusting the pressure that is
applied to these strings.
Damro is associated with Hindu God Lord
Shiva, it is Lord Shiva favourite musical instrument that is why Damru
is also known as a power drum, which invokes spiritual energy.
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