Gong: Traditional Buddhist instrument handmade gong from Nepal. |
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Gongs are a traditional
Nepalese and Tibetan
instrument used since from the
ancient times for meditation in
Buddhist monasteries, religious
events, ceremonial and rituals
within the Tibetan and
Nepalese Buddhist community.
There are various types of
gongs produced in Nepal,
Tibet, China, India and their
designs, structure and shape
are very different but their use
is almost same. A going is
struck from the front side with
a stick, wrapped in felt or
covered by fur. The sound
goes from a clear note
cushioned softly by
complimentary harmonics to a
dark, rumbling and thundering
resonant voice.
Gongs, also known by the
name tam-tam are East-
Asiatic, bronze percussion
instruments; they are related
to single Cymbals, hung up
vertical or horizontally, with a
raised size on a stand.
Generally the surface is flat or
slightly rounded and the outer
edge is bent backwards. They
originate from the Han Dynasty
(2000BC) in Tibet. The first
Gongs were flat, later on, a
cup was added (Java).
Gongs have also applications
beyond music, in recreation,
therapy, performance art,
religion, relaxation and
meditation. Well trained
therapists use large sized
Gongs for Kidney massage.
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Gongs from Nepal |
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