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The '''kuzhal''' is a traditional [[double reed]] wind instrument used in the south [[India]]n state of [[Kerala]]. It is similar in construction to a ''[[nadaswaram|nagaswaram]]'' or a large ''[[shehnai]]'', and has a very shrill and penetrating tone.<br />
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Kuzhal is primarily used as an accompaniment for chenda-led ensembles [[Panchari Melam]] and [[Pandi Melam]], where the piper plays the anchor role. However, as prelude to melams, it is also used to present solo concert (with a couple of accompanying instruments), in which case it is called [[Kuzhal Pattu]].<br />
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The instrument has a wooden body with a conical bore, at the end of which is affixed a [[brass]] bell. The player, who is almost always male, blows through a double reed and closes small holes <br />
with both hands.<br />
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==See also==<br />
* [[Nadaswaram]]<br />
* [[Shehnai]]<br />
* [[Music of Kerala]]<br />
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==References==<br />
L.S. Rajagopalan. ''Temple Musical Instruments Of Kerala''. {{ISBN|978-81-246-0544-8}}. D.K. Printworld (P) Ltd<br />
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==External links==<br />
* [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=omxlTrNOtx8 Kuzhal video]<br />
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