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TRADITIONS & UTENSILS

 

 

 

  kathputli reed

 

India

Kathputli, the marionette theatre from Rajasthan, is typically accompanied by a reed-like bamboo instrument that emits a shrill sound.

 

It is placed between the lips and played by blowing air through it. Its strident sound is used to attract attention.

 

  kathputli reed