Thayambaka
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Thayambaka is a solo Chenda (drum) performance that are unique to Kerala state of south India, where the performer uses one stick and the other hand to play the instrument (Chenda) instead of the usual two sticks.
Thayambaka is generally performed by a lead drummer surrounded by about 3-4 assistant drummers(Veekku Chenda) , and 3-4 Elathalam players. It is a concert like performance of percussion instruments alone lasting approximately 90-120 minutes.
