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Bhorrindo

           In Kutch,it is known as Bhorrindo,while in other part of Sindh, it is also known as Borrindo or Borendo.Bhorrindo is known in the western world as Ochirina or Ocarina. It is very ancient folk instrument of music.Bhorrindo is a simple hollow clay ball or like an egg shaped with three to four holes,one somewhat larger than others. the holes are arranged in an isosceles triangular form.The Bhorrindo is made out of soft alluvial clay.

          The sound notes are produced by blowing somewhat horizontally into the larger hole. Finger tips are placed on the smaller holes to regulate the notes.It is easy to play and hence its popularity among children and young who sound sweet notes on it while grazing the cattle.

Name & Address of Performing Folk Musician:-  MUSA GULAM JAT.

Add:- Nana Luna, Post Hajipir, Tal-Nakhatranr (Kutch).

Name:- Mohammadali Fathal Node.

Add:- Madhapar Highway, Octroi Road, Behind Hanumanji Tample, Bhuj (Kutch).

Name & Address of  Artisan who makes the Musical Instrument:- Osmangani A. Kumbhar.

Add:- Behind Grass Wandi, Outside bhid Gate, Bhuj-(Kutch).

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