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15″ Tar – Frame Drum – Ebony

AU $795.00

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Pro-level 15″ Tar with weather proof synthetic emperor head by Remo.
100% adjustable tuning so crank up that tope end if you please.
Hand crafted by Matt Stonehouse from steam bent Tasmanian blackwood & huon pine.
Comes with protective carry bag.

Dimensions:
15″ diameter x 10cm depth
Weight 1.1kg

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The tar (Arabic: طار) is an ancient, single-headed frame drum. It is commonly played in the Middle East and North Africa. The tar’s drumhead is struck with one hand. The drumhead was usually made from animal skin like goats, while the actual frame was made of wood. Used to accompany folkloric music and dancing. The “tar” is held mainly with one hand, although the playing hand also supports the drum to a certain extent while playing.

It has an open tone, and is often either played for accompaniment to other instruments or in tar ensembles.