Chappa

Etymology and Alternative Spellings

Angara, Tebira, Tebiragane and Tebyoshi

Construction

Chappa comes in various sizes and often has decorative red colored tassels which are strung from the ring handles.

History

Chappa is originally used as an accompanying rhythmic instrument in festivals or ritual dances, but nowadays more and more taiko players use it as a solo instrument as well.

See Also

Finger Cymbals