Rhythm of India

Once confined to history books, the Yazh is now being played again, thanks to luthier Tharun Sekar and his band, Uru Paanar. The group is reintroducing ancient Tamil music to modern audiences.

Long before sitars and tablas ruled the stage, India resonated with the haunting melodies of the Ravanahatha and the deep tones of the Surbahar. These six forgotten instruments once defined musical traditions, but where are they now? Explore their origins, unique sounds, and the last musicians keeping them alive.