Sarod | Sarods

The sarod is a revered stringed instrument in Hindustani music, known for its deep, introspective sound and fretless neck, allowing for expressive glissandi. The sarod was developed from the daf and rabab instruments. The instrument's unique sound is characterized by its sympathetic strings, which give it a resonant, reverberant quality. As a key component of traditional Indian music, the sarod has been featured in various genres, including Khayal and Dhrupad. The sarod is typically played in raga scales. The sarod is a fretless instrument, played with a plectrum, typically made of horn or plastic. The sarod's soundbox is typically made of wood.