There has always been something special about music that can cross barriers and unite people. Music can touch our souls, elicit feelings and forge connections that transcend language barriers, regardless of our background, culture, or language. We have seen many examples throughout history of music being a vital tool for bringing people together and mending divisions within various communities.
In a video that has gone viral on Instagram, an American guy can be seen attempting to play a strange musical instrument. A closer inspection reveals that it is the ‘gogona’, a popular folk instrument in Assam. It is a widely used traditional vibrating bamboo reed instrument. According to reports, women are primarily seen playing the Lahori Gogona, a musical instrument made of bamboo stalks.
In the video, the man is seen attempting to play the (gogona) musical instrument. He first brings the instrument close to the camera for the viewers to get a good look. Then places it between his lips. With his thumb, he continuously touches the tip or end of the instrument as he blows through it. This action produces distinct and lively sounds of the gogona.
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The video was shared on April 15 and it has collected over 1.4 million views. It also has garnered more than 17,000 likes and several comments. One user commented, “he plays the gogona better than me man”. Another user wrote, “Bro It is called Gongona famous musical instrument of our Bodo community in Assam, please search on Google for more information”. While a third user said, “That was so cool.”
What Exactly Is Gogona?
The Gogona is a unique instrument, made of bamboo with a bifurcated end. It is grasped between the teeth, while the free ends are rhythmically pounded with the fingers, producing the unmistakable and energetic sounds of the gogona that resound throughout the festivities, as per reports.
Assam’s Bihu music is known for its lively celebrations, which heavily feature the Lahori Gogona, a traditional jaw harp. When the festivities first start, you can often see women wearing the gogona as a hairpin as they dance to the sounds of the dhol and pepa. reports add.
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