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Chimta: Chimta (Punjabi: Over time it has evolved into a traditional percussion instrument of South Asia by the permanent addition of small brass jingles. This instrument is often used in popular Punjabi folk songs, Bhangra music and the Sikh religious music known as Gurbani Kirtan. The player of the chimta is able to produce a chiming sound if he holds the joint of the instrument in one hand and strikes the two sides of the chimta together. The jingles are made of metal and thus it produces a metallic sound and helps to keep up the beat of the song. In Bhangra music or at weddings it is often combined with Dhol and Bhangra dancers. Manjeera: The manjeera is a traditional percussion instrument of Bhàrata India. In its simplest form, it is a pair of small hand cymbals. Manjira has a significant importance in Indian folk music. Basically manjira is played in the aarti of Indian Gods & Goddesses for devotional music. They often accompany folk or devotional music. It is used in various religious ceremonies of India, especially bhajans. The manjira is an ancient instrument. Pictures of it have been found in temples dating back to the earliest times. Manjira are usually made of bronze, brass, copper zinc or Bell metal and connected with a cotton cord which passes through holes in their center. They produce a rhythmic tinkling sound when struck together. The sound's pitch varies according to their size, weight and the material of their construction. A player can also adjust the timbre by varying the point of contact while playing. These cymbals used in prayer and rituals by Tibetan Buddhist practitioners. Made with 100% brass, this Indian cymbal instrument called Manjeera measures 4 inches in diameter. This handmade cymbal instrument has been crafted by skilled artisans from India. Played to invoke spiritual energy, this product is Earth friendly, highly durable & corrosion resistant. This handcrafted cymbal will remain the same for decades to come. Hand Cymbals Jhika: Hand cymbal or manjira is a Traditional Hand Percussion instrument of India. It is also known as Kanjira, Jhika, Manjeera, Tala, Jalra, Khartal or kartal. Manjira has a significant importance in Indian folk music. Basically manjira is played in the aarti of Indian Gods & Goddesses for Devotional music. Manjira in Tibetan style is known as Tingsha which is a small for Majira. These cymbals used in prayer & rituals by Tibetan Buddhist practitioners.