Ganswa (Korean traditional musical instrument)

Gansiwa () is one of the traditional Korean musical instruments. It is a percussion instrument, which consists of eight bronze drums of different sizes. Gansiwa is very important in Korean culture. It is used in traditional dances, religious ceremonies and celebrations. In Korea, Gansiwa is regarded as a sacred musical instrument, and its sound can bring good luck and happiness.

manufacture

There are many steps to make dry silk tiles. First, you need to prepare eight bronze drums of different sizes. Each bronze drum needs to be polished and cleaned to ensure that its surface is smooth and free of impurities. Next, you need to make a hole in the center of each bronze drum and make some small holes around the hole to adjust the pitch. Then, it is necessary to install a leather pad at the bottom of each copper drum to protect the copper drum and increase its volume. Finally, eight bronze drums need to be connected together with ropes to form a circle.

Perform an instrumental performance

Playing Gansiwa requires certain skills and experience. First, you need to put Gansiva on the ground and grab the rope with both hands. Then, you need to tap the copper drum gently with your hands to make a crisp sound. Attention and rhythm are needed to ensure the balance and fluency of music when playing. In addition, players can also use different techniques and gestures, such as clapping, slapping, slapping, etc., to produce different effects and timbre.

meaning

Gansiwa is of great significance in Korean culture. It is considered as a sacred musical instrument, which can bring good luck and happiness. In traditional dances and religious ceremonies, dried silk tiles are used to express people's feelings and emotions. In addition, dried silk tiles are also used for celebrations and festivals, such as the New Year and the Autumn Equinox Festival in Korea. By playing Gansiwa, people can feel the profound heritage and traditional values of Korean culture.