The "instrument of Hunza" is a term that refers to a specific musical instrument associated with the Hunza Valley, a region in northern Pakistan. However, there isn't a single instrument definitively recognized as the "instrument of Hunza."
The Hunza Valley has a rich musical tradition, and various instruments are used in their folk music. Some of the most common instruments include:
- The Surnai: A double-reed woodwind instrument similar to the oboe. It is often used for ceremonial occasions and celebrations.
- The Dhol: A large, double-headed drum, used for both accompanying dance and providing rhythmic support in music.
- The Rabab: A two-stringed, short-necked lute, often played solo or in ensembles. It is used for both melodic and rhythmic elements in their music.
- The Sitar: A long-necked, plucked string instrument, frequently used in classical Indian music, is also popular in the Hunza Valley.
While these instruments are prominent in the Hunza Valley, there is no single instrument that is considered the "instrument of Hunza" in the same way that the bagpipes are associated with Scotland or the sitar with India.
