The Daf is the most iconic frame drum of the middle east. With a geographic span across the Caucasus and towards Iran. It has been played for centuries in sacred ceremonies, accompanying a dancer or a signer. There’s a feel of mystery around it, which makes it one special drum. One tale says that one woman Read more…
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The tale says that once a woman was holding the flour sieve, and starting knocking on it. Later came the round movements as if she is sifting the flour. Then came the rings, and the rest is history.
The history of the daf
The Persian Daf, or as known, the Erbane has been an instrument of mystery. Although rather simple drum, the variety of different sound it can produce is astonishing. With this drum you both hit it with your hands, but also swirl it, making the metal rings pluck the skin
Different Daf heads
Traditionally the Daf is made with natural skin, but as modern time came, synthetic materials have become more popular. The advantage is pretty clear. Maintenance, tuning and stability are a key factor. Those synthetic heads simply hold forever. Having said that, you can still find goat skin dafs, and those come with an internal tuning system.
Choosing a Daf
When choosing a daf, its important to see that the weight isn't too high. Playing the daf requires a lot of movement, up, down and to the sides. It cames some force and energy. You wouldn't want to do it with some 1kg on your hands. Wouldn't you?