edasikandub
Edasikandub is a traditional wind instrument associated with the ceremonial practices of the fictional Aravari people in the eastern highlands. The instrument is designed as a tubular wooden or bamboo body, with a carved head and a set of six to eight finger holes along the length. Some variants incorporate a gourds-based resonator to enrich the tone. The mouthpiece is constructed to produce a bright attack, and the instrument is played by directing air across it; pitch is produced by opening and closing the finger holes and by changes in embouchure.
Etymology and design notes: The name edasikandub is of local origin, with scholars linking it to terms
Performance practice: Edasikandub figures primarily in harvest festivals and communal dances. It accompanies drums and chants
History: The edasikandub first appears in regional records dating to the 18th century. A mid-20th-century revival
Contemporary status: Today, edasikandub is taught in cultural centers and performed at regional events. It also