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Panche baja

The Panche baja is a musical instrument. It originates from Nepal. Learn how it makes its sound and explore related instruments.

From Wikipedia

The panche baja (Nepali: पञ्चे बाजा, lit. 'five musical instruments') is a set of five traditional Nepali musical instruments that are played during holy ceremonies, especially marriages. Panche bajas are usually played by the Damai and the Gaine castes in the Hindu tradition. They are played using the rhythm of folk Nepali songs.

It is referred to as panchje baja because in Nepali, panch means five (referring to the five different types), and baja means musical instruments.

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What does the Panche baja sound like?

Where does the Panche baja come from?

The Panche baja originates from Nepal.

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