The sarangi is a bowed string instrument often called "the instrument closest to the human voice." With its rich, emotive tone and extraordinary range of expression, the sarangi has been the primary accompaniment to vocal music for centuries. Discover rare sarangi recordings on Saarey Music.
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Sarangi
The Voice of a Hundred Colors
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The sarangi is a bowed string instrument known as the instrument closest to the human voice in South Asian classical music. With its three main playing strings and up to 36 sympathetic strings, it produces a hauntingly expressive tone. Traditionally used to accompany vocalists, it also has a rich solo tradition.