What is kaval made of?

While typically made of wood (cornel cherry, apricot, plum, boxwood, mountain ash, etc.), kavals are also made from water buffalo horn, Arundo donax Linnaeus 1753 (Persian reed), metal and plastic.

Is kaval a wind instrument?

A wind instrument, popularly known as the shepherd’s instrument. It also goes by the names ‘guval’ and ‘kuval’ in some areas. There is a widespread popular belief that shepherds use the kaval to direct their flocks.

Do shepherds play flute?

Which instruments did the shepherds play? There are at least a few instruments associated with shepherds – these are mainly flutes or reedpipes (piszczałki), bagpipes and horns. Some of them are called ‘pastoral’ to signify their association with shepherds.

When was the kaval made?

History of Kaval Prototypes of Kaval have existed about 3000 years B.C. It is deemed that it was invented by the sheperds while using some natural born pipes to reproduce a sound and help gather the flock of sheep. Because of Kaval’s mild sound and moving folk melodies bulgarians often call it “honey kaval”.

What is kaval project?

Kaval, a project of the State government in association with the National Institute of Mental Health and Neurosciences (Nimhans) for psychosocial rehabilitation of children in conflict with the law, is hobbled by a fund crunch.

Why is it called pan flute?

The panpipes or “pan flute” derives its name from the Greek god Pan, who is often depicted holding the instrument. Panpipes, however, can be found in many parts of the world, including South America, Oceania, Central Europe, and Asia.

Who invented the kaval?

What is Kaval project Kerala?

Kaval Plus programme lends holistic support to children in need of care and protection and survivors of sexual abuse in Kerala. Since its rollout in Thiruvananthapuram and Palakkad districts in December 2020, the project has been able to reach out to nearly 300 and 150 children respectively.

What is Kaval Plus program?

KAVAL PLUS is an innovative program by the Department of Women and Child Development, Government of Kerala. The beneficiaries of the program are children in need of care and protection as per Juvenile Justice Act (2015).

How do Flute harmonics work?

Harmonics are produced on the flute in a similar way as on brass instruments: by fingering one note and manipulating the embouchure to produce higher pitches corresponding to the harmonic series. Consider the bugle, the simplest of all brass instruments.

How is a panpipe played?

The pan flute is played by blowing horizontally across an open end against the sharp inner edge of the pipes. Each pipe is tuned to a keynote, called the fundamental frequency.

What are the notes in a kaval?

For a kaval pitched in D (or Rein Bulgarian), the notes corresponding to the tones from the bottom to the top are D (D# missing) E F F# G G# A A# and B. By overblowing, the kaval will jump up a fifth to the next register, A B C C# D D# E F and F#.

What distinguishes the kaval from other flutes?

This capability of the kaval distinguishes it from most other flutes, and kaval players who can fluently make kaba are esteemed. It is difficult to play kaba, and the technique for each person is different because it involves subtle formations with the lips.

How do I play the kaval?

All the following instructions are for a right-handed player, who will usually play the kaval with the left hand above the right, and the pipe directed from the mouth to the right side of the body. If you are left-handed, or wish to play on the other side, reverse right and left in these instructions. I don’t profess to be an expert on the kaval.

Where can I buy a kaval?

Kavals are available from Bulgaria, Macedonia (FYR) and Turkey. I sell inexpensive plastic kavals, which play very well and are maintenance-free. I also can help you obtain wooden kavals from Bulgaria, from student models to professional instruments. Email mefor more information.