Dhol (Hindi pronunciation: [ɖʰoːl]) can refer to any one of a number of similar types of double-headed drum widely used, with regional variations, throughout the Indian subcontinent.

Nov 7, 2024 · The Dhol is a double-sided barrel drum originating from the Punjab region of India and Pakistan, renowned for its deep, vibrant sound. Played with sticks, the dhol is an essential …

The dhol is a double-headed drum originating from South Asia, especially prominent in the Punjab region. It is celebrated for its loud, vibrant sound and is often used in festivals, weddings, and …

The Punjabi dhol is also known as the “bhangra dhol”; this is due to its importance in the folk dance/ song style known as bhangra. Since the bhangra has at­tained a worldwide audience, …

Struck with a heavy beater on one end and with a lighter stick on the other, the dhol imbued the music with a syncopated (accents on the weak beats), swinging rhythmic character that has …

Feb 24, 2025 · The dhol is particularly associated with Punjabi culture, where it has been an integral part of folk music, festivals, and celebrations for generations. The name “dhol” itself is …

Oct 30, 2025 · The dhol is typically made from a hollowed-out wooden shell, with two drumheads made of animal skin stretched over the top and bottom of the drum. The drumheads are …

Nov 14, 2023 · Originating from the Indian subcontinent, the dhol has transcended its regional roots to become a globally recognized instrument, celebrated for its unique construction, …

As accompaniment to song or other instruments, the dholak and other two-headed drums similar to it (nāl, dholki, dhol) are used all across the subcontinent in countless folk genres, devotional …

Dhol is a percussion instrument made of wood, brass, leather, cotton, parchment and metal. This folk instrument is found in West Bengal, Orissa, Kerala, Himachal Pradesh and Assam.