Liwa (music): Difference between revisions

Content deleted Content added
No edit summary
m repaired link(s) to disambiguation page (you can help) - Mizmar
Line 2:
 
==Overview==
A large number of male participants arrange themselves into a circle, which is anchored by one or several drum players. A man paces in the middle of the group playing a simple reed instrument called ''[[Mizmar (instrument)|mizmar]]'' or ''[[surnai]]'', whose plaintive sharp sound reminds the listener of an [[oboe]]. The circle claps and dances in place, while individuals join a line which rhythmically paces around the inside of the circle. The Liwa is a more casual dance than the others, and can be performed with great spirit and banter from the young men who usually take part.
 
The three backing drums for this dance are the ''shindo'', the ''jabwah'', and the ''jasser''. More recently, a fourth drum—known as the Peeper—was added.{{Fact|date=May 2008}} This drummer plays a dominant role, which gives him plenty of opportunity for a virtuoso performance.