Nagaswaram Music Instrument of Narasinghapettai, Tamil Nadu

Narasinghapettai is a town in Tamil Nadu that is known for producing some of the finest Nagaswarams in India. Nagaswarams is a traditional wind instrument that has a rich history in South Indian music. The Nagaswaram is characterized by its unique sound and rich tone quality. It is made using a combination of blackwood and brass, and is typically around 1.5 meters long.

It is a double-reed instrument made of ebony wood, with a conical bore that gradually enlarges towards the lower end. The instrument has seven finger holes and five additional holes used as controllers, and it has a range of two and a half octaves. The system of fingering is similar to that of a flute, but the semi and quarter tones are produced by adjusting the pressure and strength of the air-flow into the pipe, rather than by partially opening and closing the finger holes.

The Nagaswaram has a unique sound that is both powerful and melodic. It is often used in traditional South Indian music, particularly in Carnatic music. It is played in ensembles with other instruments, such as the mridangam and the violin. The Nagaswaram is also a popular instrument in South Indian weddings and other auspicious occasions.