A gopichand is a drone lute from Bengal, a member of the ektara (’one-string’) family. The lavishly crafted instrument is played with the fingers or a plectrum. By applying pressure to the bamboo neck, the sound can be strongly modulated.

The gopichand (’milk-girl instrument’) is a traditional favourite of travelling singers, Sufis and adherents of the Baul religion to accompany religious ceremonies.

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