bansuri
musical instrument
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The bansuri is a simple, side-blown bamboo flute with six or seven finger holes. It is a prominent melody instrument in North Indian classical music, particularly within the Hindustani tradition.12
The bansuri is known for its ability to produce a rich, expressive sound, and its performances can bring global recognition to the instrument. While not born into a musical family, renowned flutist Hariprasad Chaurasia significantly popularized the bansuri through his performances and compositions.2
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