Understanding Morsing - A Traditional Indian Percussion Instrument
Morsing is a traditional Indian percussion instrument, which consists of two wooden sticks or rods that are struck against each other to produce a rhythmic sound. It is commonly used in Hindustani classical music and other forms of Indian folk music. The word "morsing" is derived from the Sanskrit word "mrudangam," which means "drum."
Morsing is typically played by two musicians, one playing the larger stick called the "dayan" and the other playing the smaller stick called the "pakhawaj." The dayan is held in one hand and struck against the pakhawaj, which is held in the other hand. The pakhawaj is usually placed on the lap or on a small table.
Morsing is used to play complex rhythmic patterns and is an important part of the Hindustani classical music tradition. It is also used in other forms of Indian music such as light classical music and folk music.