Kharam odehe Muri
1. Kharam - Kharam is a Dimasa traditional drum which is made of wood. The total length of kharam is about 3.2 feet and body around 2.5 feet, the shape of Kharam is cylindrical, where it is tied covered by the skin of Deer on both the sides. The one side of Kharam is usually smaller in size which is called "Jang - gum- jang" and the larger side is called " Brum - brumba" which is the left side of the Kharam.
2. Muri - Muri is a Dimasa traditional flute, which some how looks like Indian 'Shenai'. It it is basically a long wooden pipe with six holes. The length of Muri is about 1.75 metres which consists of three sections of Joined.
Kharam and muri are one of the traditional instruments of Dimasa people. Basically Kharam is a drum and Muri is a long flute, which is made and played by Dimasa menfolk. The making of such traditional musical instruments need a expertise. A good quality of wood, bamboo and animal skin is collected by the Dimasa makers for making a good piece of Kharam and Muri. Traditionally, Dimasa men starts learning to play Kharam and muri from a very young age. Compare to Kharam, Muri is more difficult task to learn and play for anyone. While playing Muri you have to hold your breath for a long time and take a short breath in between without stoping the Muri. This is called ' Hang khaoba' in Dimasa, The person who plays Kharam is Called 'Kharam Damyah' And 'Muri Damyah' for one who plays Muri. Kharam and Muri are always played together, the music which generates from it is followed by the Dimasa dancers while dancing. Playing of Kharam - Muri is common during Dimasa festivals and other special occasions.
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