The ''manjur'' () is a

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used in

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but with

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n origins. It is made of

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hooves attached to a cloth. It is played by tying the instrument around the waist. The performer then shakes their hips to create a rattling sound as the hooves collide with one other. It is used in the '' fann at-Tanbura'' and '' zar'' performances.

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Mangur - Oman Centre for Traditional Music

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