This Family Has Made Pumpkin Instruments For About 200 Years. Now Electric Ones Threaten Their Craft
The Sitarmakers of Miraj in India have been crafting musical instruments out of pumpkins for almost 200 years. They are known for making the tanpura, a string instrument used by classical singers to find the perfect tone. The family gained a reputation for high-quality handmade instruments over seven generations. But now, cheaper electronic ones are threatening their business. For more such videos, subscribe to our channel / @businessinsiderindia9294 Visit us at: https://www.businessinsider.in/ BI on Facebook: / businessinsiderindia BI on Twitter: / biindia BI on Instagram: https://instagram.com/businessinsider...

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