Kobyz (Kazakh: қобыз) is an ancient Kazakh string instrument played with a bow. It has two strings made of horsehair. The front-bottom part is usually covered by goat leather.
Traditionally kobyzes were sacred instruments, owned by shamans and bakses (traditional spiritual medics). According to legends, the kobyz and its music could banish evil spirits, sicknesses and death.
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Very intrguing post. As it happens, I have recently discovered the magical music of the ney (Turkish flute). Music transcends borders, cultures and reminds us of the power of love.
This music sure can capture the mystic in us all.
Thank you for sharing. I enjoy learning from other cultures.
~Blessings
LIARA,
thanks for stopping by--music is that universal ingredient which weaves it's magic for all.
TITANIA,
it has already captured that in me...
thanks
namaste
I adore this sound!
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