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Many Egyptians associate the tabla drum with belly dancers and seedy nightclubs but, despite its image problem, percussionists are giving the ancient instrument a new lease of life. And it is often women who are now playing the goblet-shaped traditional drum, an early version of which has been found ..
Many Egyptians associate the tabla drum with belly dancers and seedy nightclubs but, despite its image problem, percussionists are giving the ancient instrument a new lease of life.
"It's a kind of group therapy, in a simple way with no resistance, where people can express their feelings without having to talk, or when they feel like they can't open up to anyone or are not confident enough. Sharing their feelings could make them feel better.." Christine Yaacoub, neuropsycholist
CAIRO - Many Egyptians associate the tabla drum with belly dancers and seedy nightclubs but, despite its image problem, percussionists are giving the ancient instrument