Surnāy | musical instrument | Britannica (original) (raw)

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relation to shehnai

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  In shehnai
  …a descendent of the Persian surna and is played on auspicious occasions, such as weddings and temple festivities. Bismillah Khan, who introduced the shehnai to the concert stage, is one of the best-known performers on this instrument.
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wind instruments

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  In wind instrument: Craftsmanship
  The related Arab surnāy may be decorated with inlay. In Europe during the Middle Ages, the oliphant was highly prized not only for the ivory from which it was made but also for its sometimes elaborate carvings.
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