| Other names | Sap, Supp, Chhikka, Chikka |
|---|---|
| Classification | Percussion instrument |
| More articles or information | |
| Dhol, Kato, Algoza | |
Sapp (Punjabi: ਸੱਪ, also known as Chhikka (Punjabi: ਛਿੱਕਾ)), also spelled as Sap or Supp is a musical instrument native to Punjab.[1][2] It is used with the folk dances Bhangra and Malwai Giddha.[citation needed]
Design and playing
It is made of wood with many X shaped small parts. It is played by expanding and collapsing with both hands.[2] It makes a unique clapping sound.
See also
References
- ↑ Pande, Alka (2006). Folk Music & Musical Instruments of Punjab, Volume 1. Mapin Publishers Pvt. Ltd. p. 128.
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 ਅਰੁਣਜੀਤ ਸਿੰਘ ਟਿਵਾਣਾ. "ਭੰਗੜੇ 'ਚ ਵਰਤੇ ਜਾਣ ਵਾਲੇ ਲੋਕ ਸਾਜ਼". www.dhaula.in. Retrieved 10 Mar 2012.[permanent dead link]