#1 Origin of Dhol, Bhangra Dhol

Earliest records give us some evidence that dhol may have originated in India. We all are aware of the early Indian Hindu temples which were fully accustomed to dhol in their Arati time. However, there is also a controversy that dhol was originated from Persia. Bhangra is a Punjabi dance form which is performed with the combination of dhol, often referred to as a Dholak. There is a difference between Dhol and Dholak, Dhol is the bigger version which is also called Bhangra Dhol.

#2 Making of Dhol, Bhangra Dhol

Wood is the key element of a dhol, which creates its versatility. As dhol is carried in the shoulder by a shoulder strap so it has to be light-weighted with strong enough. When you will go to buy a dhol, check its skin which plays a drastic role. Shesham wood is strong enough but comes with a heavyweight, can be problematic for a musician. Bhangra dhol does not allow to make with Shesham wood as it runs with dance perform. A Bhangra Dhol also contains goat’s skin, you must give special attention to the thickness of the skin. The skin may vary for each side because thicker skin will provide you deeper sound and lighter skin produce lighter sound. Even a specific wood, minor change of dimension and size will provide a different note, responsible for another sound quality.

#3 Usage of Bhangra Dhol

Now- a- days Bhangra dhol make its position between top ten musical instruments for its rhythmic beats. It plays a master role with the Punjabi Bhangra dance. It is played with two sticks which make beats in the folk songs full of energy, vigor, and spirits. The main thing you have to remember that the magic of Bhangra Dhol lies in its bass, so you have to maintain the quality of bass. You can find some Indian musicians who combined Bhangra Dhol with Pop and Rock music. Similarly, foreign musicians are also showing their interest with Bhangra
Dhol and doing their concert with Punjabi bhangra dance. So, if you have an interest in Dhol, start practice, merge it with another instrument and give a new touch to the old songs.

#4 Why you will use Bhangra Dhol

If you are searching for a useful musical instrument, Bhangra Dhol will be the most suitable for you. You can select your color and size according to your need as you will get the variations of Baby Dhols, Mini Dhols. It is also variable for different age group learners, so you can start your learning of Bhangra Dhol from any of your age.

Bhangra Dhol also gives accompany to the Folk dance and music which fabricate a flawless performance.