Introduction And Use Of Pung Musical Instrument
Introduction
- Pung is a percussion instrument made of softwood, parchment, leather and cotton. This traditional musical instrument is found in Manipur.
- A hollow cylindrical drum of softwood, both faces covered with parchment, black loading affixed to both ends.
- Parchment is tied with leather straps. A cotton belt is tied to the straps with the help of a brass ring.
- A thin white cloth is wrapped around the body. slung horizontally across the neck and played with both hands.
Use
- Pung is used as an accompaniment to Natasankirtan and other traditional forms of Manipur.
Material
- Softwood, sheepskin, leather, cotton
Pung’s Question Answer –
In which state is Pung played?
Pung is played in the state of Manipur.
What metal is the pung made of?
Pung is a percussion instrument made of softwood, sheepskin, leather, cotton.
How to use Pung?
Pung is used as an accompaniment to natasankirtan and other traditional forms of Manipur.
What is the shape of Pung?
The shape of the pung is cylindrical and hollow.
