Qunatity=1+1 pcs The reed is inserted into the opening at the top of the shehnai, which is called the "bocal." The bocal is the part where the player blows air into the instrument. The reed is positioned in such a way that the vibrating part (the tip of the reeds) is inside the shehnai while the tied part remains outside.
Blowing Technique: To produce sound on the shehnai, the player blows air into the bocal, causing the reed to vibrate. The vibration of the reed creates sound waves that resonate within the body of the shehnai, producing the characteristic rich and melodious tones
The shehnai player can manipulate the sound by varying the pressure and speed of the air blown into the instrument, as well as by using fingerings and embouchure techniques. These techniques allow the player to control the pitch, dynamics, and ornamentation of the music produced by the shehnai.
Description
shehnai is often used as a solo instrument, as well as in ensembles with other traditional instruments such as the tabla (a pair of drums) and the tanpura (a long-necked plucked string instrument)