![]() The combined sound of all strings - each string a fundamental tone with its own spectrum of overtones - supports and blends with the external tones sung or played by the soloist. The repeated cycle of plucking all strings creates the sonic canvas on which the melody of the raga is drawn. A tanpura is not played in rhythm with the soloist or percussionist: as the precise timing of plucking a cycle of four strings in a continuous loop is a determinant factor in the resultant sound, it is played unchangingly during the complete performance. It does not play melody but rather supports and sustains the melody of another instrument or singer by providing a continuous harmonic bourdon or drone. The tanpura is a long-necked plucked string instrument, originating from India, found in various forms in Indian music. Percussion Instruments in Carnatic Music Tanpura The main performer is accompanied by a rhythm section and a drone instrument.
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