Dhodro Banam

The single-string dhodro banam comes from the Santal tribal community of central India, particularly what is the modern state of Orissa. Alternatively, it is sometimes known as the santali banam. Related to the sarinda and sarangi, the dhodro banam has a skin covered resonator and is played with a bow. This well decorated dhodro banam features elaborate anthropomorphic and zoomorphic carvings.