CLASS 9
THE SOUND OF MUSIC
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In temples
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in wedding ceremonies
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auspicious ceremonies
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Detailed explanation-1: -The shehnai was played traditionally in the temple at the royal courts and on the occasion of weddings. The credit must go to Bismillah Khan to take this instrument onto the classical stage. Was this answer helpful?
Detailed explanation-2: -Traditionally, the shehnai was part of the naubat or traditional ensemble of nine instruments found at royal courts. Those days, it was played only in temples and weddings. Bismillah Khan changed this by bringing it onto the classical stage. 4.
Detailed explanation-3: -Since it was first played in the Shah’s chambers and was played by a nai (barber), the instrument was named “shehnai". The sound of the shehnai began to be considered auspicious. And for this reason it is still played in temples and is an indispensable component of any Indian wedding.