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		Algoza consists of a pair of wooden flutes.
		The folk singers of Punjab use Algoza in their traditional legend singing like Mirza, Chhalla, Jugni etc. The instrument is also used as accompaniment with folk dances.
		This instrument is a percussive twangs type instrument used in Punjab and neighbouring areas.
	members.lycos.co.uk /heritage_of_punjab/html/music.html (440 words)

	algoza, mattian, punjabi music, jugni, gurmeet bawa bava - Bollywood Videos
		algoza, mattian, punjabi music, jugni, gurmeet bawa bava
		About algoza: This musical instrument called Algoza comprises of two flutes with only 5 tones of the musical octave.
		Gurmeet Bawa is one of the first punjabi singers to incorporate its tones in her songs especially-Jugni.
	utopianvision.co.uk /bollywood/videos/?v=KAD--YNm1ZU (0 words)

	A tune sands apart - Deccan Herald - Internet Edition (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-31)
		When his name is announced, Khan simply picks up his algoza reverentially, and even as the announcer continues to introduce his piece, he has already conjured up the infinite stretches of desert sands with his haunting melody.
		The fine tunes from his algoza tell an endearing tale of what the animal means to the communities living in the desert state.
		Algoza and murli (been) follow the same principle of accumulating enough air in the mouth so that the music goes on uninterrupted.
	www.deccanherald.com /deccanherald/feb112007/finearts1952152007210.asp (1000 words)

	Indian Instruments, folk music India
		It is played with a bow and is still popular in Rajasthan, especially with the Bhopa community.
		Algoza -A double flute made of bamboo, the algoza works on the same principle as a bagpipe and is a tricky instrument to master.
		The player has to master the art of breathing without letting the sound of the algoza break even for a bit
	www.beatofindia.com /mainpages/instruments.htm (1515 words)

	Music And Dances
		To maintain a drum-like rhythm, the string is stretched or loosened while playing.
		Algoza consists of a pair of wooden flutes.
		It is also called Jori (a pair) and is played by one person using only three fingers on each side.
	www.punjabtourism.org /ap_music_dance.php (553 words)

	Algoza in India (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-31)
		Algoza is a wind instrument used along with dances and songs in Punjab, Rajasthan (Ajmer and Tonk) and Maharashtra.
		It is a pair of beak flutes played at the same time.
		In Punjab, the songs relating to traditional legends (Mirza, Chhalla and Jugni) accompany this instrument.
	www.india9.com /i9show/Algoza-53967.htm (79 words)

	Algoza - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
		The Algoza is a Punjabi woodwind instrument, also called a jori or ngoza.
		Sound is generated by breathing into it rapidly; the quick recapturing of breath on each beat creates a bouncing, swing rhythm.
		The algoza is generally used as a folk instrument and Punjabi folk singers use it to play traditional music such as Jugni, Jind Mahi, and Mirza.
	en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Algoza (127 words)

	Historical Rajasthan India : Travel Information, Tourist Guide, Tourism in Rajasthan,Rajasthan Travel Services, ...
		They are sung all night during the raatjagas (all night soirees spent singing devotional songs) which are held as thanks giving to a particular deity.
		The resonant singing of the Rajasthani folk is accompanied by music from simple instruments like the Baara and Algoza, that usally give a beat or a drone to offset the poetry.
		Fairs and festivals bring an even greater riot of colour and music into lives of these desert people.Holi the festival of colours,brings forth the joyous,lively rhythms of the change and dhamal songs Marriage,childbirth,the visit of the son-in-law, all call for song and music.
	www.historicalrajasthan.com /culture.html (530 words)

	Algoza Nagoza Mattiyaan Jodi
		An expert can play for up to 75 minutes at a stretch but it takes time to build up the stamina.
		Through the centuries, the algoza has been the shepherd's flute, the inevitable accompaniment to pastoral songs.
		The pipes are often painted, set with sequins and looped with tassels and strings of beads.
	www.punjabilok.com /music/algoza_nagoza_mattiyaan_jodi.htm (145 words)

	Dsicover India-Jaisalmer
		The fire dancers are the special highlights of the festival.
		The traditional musical instruments of the desert like Kamayacha, Sarangi, Algoza, Sitara, Minla, Matka, Jal tarang, Nad, Khartal etc. are played and folk songs of the desert are sung by Langas and Manganiyars of the desert region.
		The festival coincides with the full moon in February when the cherished moments of glorious past and rich culture are displayed, the various interesting contests are fought like the turban tying and Mr.
	www.indiatravelite.com /discoverindia/jaifest1.htm (296 words)

	Bansuri - transverse bamboo flute
		This transverse bamboo flute from India has only recently begun to be used in classical Indian music and even more recently been used in cross over projects with western musicians.
		This flute is also known as algoza, bansi, kolalu, kolavi, kukhl, murali, nar, pava, pillankuzhal, pillangrovi, pulangoil, vanu, and vamsi.
		Three of my favorite players of this instrument performing North Indian Classical music are Hari Prasad Charausia, G. Sachdev, and Steve Gorn.
	www.yellowbellmusic.com /instruments/woodwind/bansuri.php (295 words)

	YouTube - algoza, mattian, punjabi music, jugni, gurmeet bawa bava
		About algoza: This musical instrument called Algoza comprises of two flutes with only 5 tones of the musical octave.
		Gurmeet Bawa is one of the first punjabi singers to incorporate its tones in her songs especially-Jugni.
		algoza mattian punjabi music jugni gurmeet bawa bava (more) (less)
	youtube.com /?v=KAD--YNm1ZU (378 words)

	Welcome to Official Web site of Punjab, India
		Most of the fairs are held in memory of a saint or a pir, and people from all communities living in a village participate in it.
		A bustling market springs up in which articles of food and products of local handicrafts-toys, glass bangles, and an assortment of all kinds of articles for domestic use are on display.
		The gay ones in small groups sing boli’s and perform folk-dances to the strain of the vanjli and algoza.
	punjabgovt.nic.in /Culture/fairs.htm (4278 words)

	India Tour and Travels, Rajasthan History, Rajasthan Tours,Fort and Palace , Agra tour, Delhi Tour, Golden triangle ...
		They are sung all night during the raatjagas (all night soirees spent singing devotional songs) which are held as thanks giving to a particular deity.
		The resonant singing of the Rajasthani folk is accompanied by music from simple instruments like the Baara and Algoza, that usally give a beat or a drone to offset the poetry.
		Fairs and festivals bring an even greater riot of colour and music into lives of these desert people.Holi the festival of colours,brings forth the joyous,lively rhythms of the change and dhamal songs Marriage,childbirth,the visit of the son-in-law, all call for song and music.
	www.indianaturetourandtravels.com /raj3.htm (873 words)

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		The 'algoza' of fakir Mohammed and his ilk is another folk musical instrument that is soon going to be lost owing to disuse.
		In the fields, the men are entertained by folk performers playing their 'toombi' and 'algoza' while they carry on the agricultural pursuits like ploughing, sowing, weeding, transplanting, hoeing and harvesting.
		After the harvest of course there were numerous evenings of entertainment as the farmer takes his yield to the market.
	www.hinduonnet.com /folio/fo9811/98110400.htm (1876 words)

	The Tribune, Chandigarh, India - Punjab
		“The algoza is a dying art and I want to revive it; not only in Punjab but also all over the world,” says Jaswinder Singh (27), a young artist from Patiala, who plays algoza with a lot of passion.
		Algoza is a type of double flute and is traditionally played along with Punjabi folk music.
		Jaswinder has been playing the algoza for the last eight years and has been a regular participant in the Inter-University Youth Festival since six years and has won five gold and three silver medals.
	www.tribuneindia.com /2007/20070325/punjab1.htm (5163 words)

	Dr Alka Pande
		The algoza of Fakir Mohammed and his ilk is another folk musical instrument that is going to be lost to posterity due to disuse.
		Fakir Mohammed is one of the few who is financially able to eke out a living since he is using his expertise for political propaganda.
		In the fields, the men had the algoza or toombi performer entertaining them as they toiled on the fields, while ploughing, sowing, weeding, transplanting, hoeing and harvesting.
	www.alkapande.com /paper.htm (7041 words)

	The Hindu : Entertainment Delhi / Theatre : A veritable kaleidoscope
		Some of the dance numbers from West Bengal like the War Dance, Dhabi (shields) or Ranpa in which the dancers balance themselves on long bamboo sticks and dance to drum beats, were yet another great attraction.
		The children of Langa Community from West Rajasthan with their Sarangi, the Algoza, the Morchang and the Khartal were a delight to watch.
		The martial art, Kalaripayattu of Kerala in different forms was yet another number in the marital arts category using sticks and spears that held the teenagers spellbound and so did the unarmed fighting techniques.
	www.hindu.com /fr/2005/12/09/stories/2005120901540300.htm (518 words)

	Bansuri - transverse bamboo flute
		This transverse bamboo flute from India has only recently begun to be used in classical Indian music and even more recently been used in cross over projects with western musicians.
		This flute is also known as algoza, bansi, kolalu, kolavi, kukhl, murali, nar, pava, pillankuzhal, pillangrovi, pulangoil, vanu, and vamsi.
		Three of my favorite players of this instrument performing North Indian Classical music are Hari Prasad Charausia, G. Sachdev, and Steve Gorn.
	yellowbellmusic.com /instruments/woodwind/bansuri.php (295 words)

	Loke Geet____Alam Lohar APNA, Academy of Punjab in North America
		Bhatts and Dhadis entertain the audiences till very late in the night and keep men and women of all ages absolutely spell-bound with their ballads.
		These roving minstrels are sometimes accompanied by instrumentalists who carry folk instruments like an Algoza, an Iktara and a Dhad Sarangi and by playing on them add charm to the recital.
		Kangra, Chamba and smaller valleys stretching back into the Himalayas now in Himachal Pradesh, which plays an important role in the evolution of Punjab's folk music; are home to shepherds-players of algoza and flute-a deeply romantic people whose delicate women inspired traditional painters.
	www.apnaorg.com /music/alam2/index-1.php3 (2581 words)

	SAAG-Forum (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-31)
		Bhatts and Dhadis entertain the audiences till very late in the night and keep men and women of all ages absolutely spell-bound with their ballads.
		These roving minstrels are sometimes accompanied by instrumentalists who carry folk instruments like an Algoza, an Iktara and a Dhad Sarangi and by playing on them add charm to the recital.
		Kangra, Chamba and smaller valleys stretching back into the Himalayas now in Himachal Pradesh, which plays an important role in the evolution of Punjab's folk music; are home to shepherds-players of algoza and flute-a deeply romantic people whose delicate women inspired traditional painters.
	www.saag.org /BB/view.asp?msgID=27032 (2538 words)

	Musical Instruments of Rajasthan: Dhol, Sarangi, Matka and Algoza, Ravanhattha, Nagara & Satara..., Stream of soul ...
		Dhol, Sarangi, Matka and Algoza, Ravanhattha, Nagara & Satara...
		The enchanting music for song is provided by the Algoza.
		It is a vertical flute with a single long hollow tube, into which the player whistles, at the same time gurgling a song in his throat or actually singing.
	www.4to40.com /music/print.asp?id=32 (427 words)

	Rajasthani Folk Music - Muzik Info Inc.
		Flutes and bagpipers come in local flavours such as Shehnai, Poongi, Algoza, Tarpi, Been and Bankia.
		However, the Langas are versatile players of the Sindhi Sarangi and the Algoza (double flute), which accompany and echo their formidable and magical voices.
		They perform at events like births, and weddings, exclusively for their patrons (yajman), who are cattle breeders, farmers, and landowners.
	muzikinfo.en.ec21.com /product_detail.jsp?group_id=7&product_id=CA00033521&product_nm=Rajasthani_Folk_Music (1514 words)

	Bansuri - a brief history
		In addition the bansuri enjoys a distinguished place in the history of Indian music and mythology.
		In India the flute has been known by many names in addition to bansuri: algoza, bansi, kolalu, kolavi, kukhl, murali, nar, pava, pillankuzhal, pillangrovi, pulangoil, vanu, and vamsi.
		Under this variety of names the flute was used in both sacred and secular contexts up until at least the sixteenth century.
	yellowbellmusic.com /instruments/woodwind/bansuri_hist.php (715 words)

	Lahore gets a Rajasthani treat - Printer Friendly Page - Asia - Telugu Portal (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-31)
		The 24 folk artists performed several dances including the fire dance, Teratali dance of the Kamada tribe - an ancient clan of snake dancers and the Ghoomar dance.
		They also played traditional folk instruments called the Morchang and Algoza.
		Gupta said their tour was dedicated to the ongoing deal between Pakistan and India to resume the railway line between Khokhropar in Pakistan's Sindh province and Munabao in Rajasthan.
	www.teluguportal.net /modules/news/print.php?storyid=21523 (224 words)

	Tara Chand - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
		Tara Chand is a prominent algoza player of Punjab, India who performs along with Kuldip Manak.
		With the advent of MTV culture in India, traditional cultural music has either declined in terms of popularity or artists who can perform are hard to find.
		Tara Chand has made efforts to revive Algoza tradition in rural Punjab.
	en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Tara_Chand (133 words)

	WOEBOT: Bhangra in the year 2005 of our Lord
		If "Unda The Influence" was the template for post-roots Bhangra, the way to effortlessly match dholkey with breakbeat, the lead Northern Lights followed, then this is the next step.
		What's characteristic here is the almost contradictory way the music has become more rootsy (Harmonium, Algoza, Tumbi in effect) and more sinewy and electronic.
		Rather than settling for Bhangra's usual cast of thousands when it comes to singers and MCs (which serves RDB very well), he's done the entire record with Lehmber Hussainpuri, who is THE voice of Bhangra.
	www.woebot.com /2005/11/bhangra_in_the_year_2005_of_ou.html (439 words)

	South Asian Media Net (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-31)
		The floods have also sealed the fate of 700 internationally acclaimed folk artists Mangniyars and Langas residing in 40 villages in two districts.
		Eighty-year-old Dodhe Khan says that none of the artistes could perform on Diwali as their ârare instruments like Sindhi Sarengi, Kamacha, Raavan-hatha, Khadtaal, Mar chanag, Algoza were swept away by floodwatersâ.
		âI got invitations from different towns and cities but turned them down as I feel orphaned because of the loss of my instrument, Algoza, made of Kangaur wood from Sindh in Pakistan,â rues the artiste.
	www.southasianmedia.net /cnn.cfm?id=334608&category=Politics&Country=INDIA (375 words)

	Nay-Nava the encyclopedia of Persian(Iranian) musical instruments (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-31)
		It is also played in Sindh (algoza) and in Rajasthan (satara).
		The Sindhi masters of this instrument are said to all be of Baluchi descent, as is Khamisu Khân.
		This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution-NoDerivs 2.5 License.
	nay-nava.blogfa.com /post-24.aspx (281 words)

	Tehelka - The People's Paper
		A morning bus from Bikaner traversing the slopes of the undulating road slithering through the yellow glistening desert for around two hours finally reaches Pugal, a village on the Indira Gandhi canal and an old mandi of considerable historical importance.
		As one approaches the Mirasi mohalla, the sound of music, loud and intense, reverberations of drums and lilting melodies on the bagpipe and the Algoza engulf the atmosphere.
		Passers by have been wondering if there is a marriage in one of the houses.
	www.tehelka.com /story_main18.asp?filename=Cr051306mir_blooms.asp (819 words)

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