The Murchunga is a mouth harp, also known as a jew's harp, which is considered one of the oldest instruments in the world. Made in Nepal, this jew's harp consists of a flexible metal tongue attached to a frame. To play the instrument, the frame is held against the teeth and the metal tongue is played with the finger to produce a sound.
The murchunga is a single-pitched instrument, but the player can create the most beautiful melodies and overtones by changing the shape of his mouth and the airflow. When the musician vibrates his tongue, an enchanting sound is created, reminiscent of the buzzing of a swarm of bees.
The Nepalese jew's harps are not tuned to a specific tone, they each have their own unique sound.
Material: Brass frame with iron leaf
Dimensions: Length approx. 10cm
The Murchunga is a mouth harp, also known as a jew's harp, which is considered one of the oldest instruments in the world. Made in Nepal, this jew's harp consists of a flexible metal tongue attached to a frame. To play the instrument, the frame is held against the teeth and the metal tongue is played with the finger to produce a sound.
The murchunga is a single-pitched instrument, but the player can create the most beautiful melodies and overtones by changing the shape of his mouth and the airflow. When the musician vibrates his tongue, an enchanting sound is created, reminiscent of the buzzing of a swarm of bees.
The Nepalese jew's harps are not tuned to a specific tone, they each have their own unique sound.
Material: Brass frame with iron leaf
Dimensions: Length approx. 10cm
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