Large Tuned Murchunga Mouth Harp Musical_Instruments and cultural identity

and cultural identity

Mahakala can be shown in a variety of ways with differing aspects and symbolism however a very common feature is his crown of five skulls

This pottery figure is based upon a jaguar shaped throne found in the Maya 'Temple of the Jaguars' in the Yucatan

It is decorated on the central section with the eight auspicious symbols or Ashtamangala

Large Tuned Murchunga Mouth Harp Musical_Instruments and cultural identityThese handmade mouth harps are a traditional Nepalese musical instrument, and they are one of the oldest musical instruments in the world. The Nepali word Murchunga translates as jaw harp. They are played by placing the between the teeth and plucking the metal wire reed with the forefinger. Using puffs of air, inhaling and exhaling, you can adjust the tones and loudness. They are made up of brass and iron and come packaged in a wooden block to protect