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Magudam: Rural Rhythms
Jan 19, 2013
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Only 500 artistes in the world play the Magudam, a percussion instrument native to Tirunelveli. In this video, Listen to the legend of the Kaniyan community, to the sharp rhythm of the Magudam.
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