
098 ghangla
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Nepal=Newar
bells: 6, brass; Dm. 2.6-4.0cm
Bells tied around the waist which sound in response to a dancer's movements (but not necessarily with the music's beat). Fulfills a major function in religious ceremonial dances, such as Mahakali pyakhan. Occasionally used by shaman.
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