Tibetan trumpet – DungChen-Tibeterlanghorn 152 cm length
₨30,000.00
- The Tibetan trumpet is called DungChen, which literally means Dung = Horn, Chen = big.
- The long trumpet is used in Tibetan monasteries for classical ceremonial music, often played by at least two monks.
- The small DungChen is often used as a special gift offered to high Lamas.
- The Tibetan Trumpet is made out of copper.
- The trumpets are always sold in pairs, and the price quoted is for a pair.
- They have shallow mouthpieces and can play several notes similar to a bugle.
- Typically, they are used for a constant drone as a background for chanting.
- They are also known as Rag Dung.
Description
The Tibetan trumpet called DungChen literaly means Dung = Horn, Chen = big. The long trumpet is used in the Tibetan monastries in their classical ceremonial music.
The Nepal Music Gallery features a wide range of traditional musical instruments from Nepal and the surrounding regions. Among the instruments on display is the Dungchen, also known as the Tibetan trumpet or Tibetan longhorn. This brass or copper instrument can vary in length from around 120 cm to over 300 cm, and is known for its deep, resonant sound that symbolizes the sound of the Buddha’s teachings.
At 152 cm in length, the Dungchen on display at the Nepal Music Gallery produces a powerful and evocative sound. It is often used to accompany chanting and other ritual music, and is also used in secular music and dance. Playing the Dungchen requires a great deal of skill and breath control, and it is often played by trained musicians in Tibetan monasteries and other settings.
In addition to the Dungchen, the Nepal Music Gallery showcases a variety of other traditional instruments, including the sarangi (a bowed string instrument), the madal (a double-headed drum), and the bansuri (a bamboo flute). Visitors can learn about the history and cultural significance of these instruments, as well as listen to recordings and watch performances by skilled musicians.
Overall, the Nepal Music Gallery provides a unique and immersive experience that allows visitors to learn about and appreciate the rich musical traditions of Nepal and the surrounding regions.
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