Traditional Instrument of Myanmar & Arts

"Music
and
Instruments
of
Myanmar"
Buddhist
Heritage
Shwedagon Pagoda in Yangon being one

of the most famous.
Objectives
To identify the
“traditional musical
instruments” used in
Myanmar.
photo of Kyi Waing(left), Maung Hsaing(right)
Hsaing Waing - Percussion Ensemble:
The Hsaing Waing is a traditional Myanmar percussion

ensemble, consisting of various drums, gongs, and cymbals. It
is known for its energetic and rhythmic performances and is
often used in festivals and ceremonies.
Saung - The Myanmar Harp:
The Saung is a harp made of wood and strings.

Musicians pluck the strings to produce melodic sounds. It is a
culturally significant instrument and is often associated with
storytelling and traditional Burmese music.
Pattala - The Xylophone:
The Pattala is a xylophone-like instrument made from

bamboo or hardwood. It has a wide musical range and is
commonly used in traditional contexts, such as performances
at pagoda festivals.
Byaw - The Bamboo Flute:
The Byaw is a bamboo flute, producing melodious tones

when air is blown across its openings. It's a soothing and
enchanting instrument often used in Myanmar's folk and
classical music.
Si and Hne are double-reed instruments with unique
appearances.
Sound is produced by the vibration of reeds when the musician

blows air through them. These instruments are used in various
cultural and ritual contexts in Myanmar.
The "ThaYe" is a traditional
Burmese drum.
Thaye drums are typically made of wood and covered

with animal skin, usually buffalo or cowhide,
stretched tightly over the drum's frame. The
drumhead is secured with cords and can be adjusted
for tuning.
“Arts
of
Myanmar"
Skilled artisans
create
lacquerware
items, including
bowls, trays, and
boxes, by
applying layers of
lacquer to
bamboo or wood.
Myanmar is renowned for its exquisite lacquerware.
The lacquer is then intricately decorated with

traditional patterns and designs. This craft is prevalent in
regions of Bagan.
Lacquerware
Lacquer is a quick-
drying, solvent-based
finish that provides an
intense glossy finish.3 It
contains a solution of
shellac in alcohol that
creates a synthetic
coating on the wood
product.13 Lacquer can
be applied to a variety
of surfaces such as wood
and metal and comes in
Lacquer a range of colors, as
well as clear
finishes.5 Lacquer is also
used in decorative art,
especially in Asia,
Myanmar Longyi Designs
Chin tribes wearing
finely hand-woven
Myanmar's textiles and weaving techniques are highly regarded.

Traditional clothing like the longyi (a sarong-like garment) and
htamein (a lower garment) feature intricate patterns and are often
worn by both men and women. The weaving process involves the
use of handlooms and is practiced by various ethnic groups.
Textiles and Weaving

The pottery
is often
Old Market, Pagan Burma

utilitarian,
such as jars
and cooking
vessels, and
is known for
its unique
designs and
glazes.
Kyaukmyaung is a pottery village where

Pottery is a the majority of the 15,000 residents who
traditional craft live there participate in the San Oh, or
found in many parts pottery, industry in some way
of Myanmar. Artisans
create pottery using
Pottery
both wheel-throwing
and hand-building
techniques.
Woodcarving is a prominent craft in Myanmar, with
artisans skillfully carving intricate designs on teak
and other types of wood. These carvings are used for
19th
century,
furniture, decorative panels, and religious artifacts. Burmese
wood
carving
tool
Woodcarving
Massive Burmese Silver Bowl,
Detailed Scenes and
Dedication Beneath, circa
1850 circa 1850
Myanmar has a long tradition of silverware and metalwork. Artisans craft

ornate silver jewelry, offering bowls, and religious objects. Silver filigree
work is particularly exquisite and showcases fine craftsmanship.
Silverware and Metalwork

A traditional Burmese
marionette puppet depicting
a mythical character or a
traditional figure.
These puppets are made of

wood, painted, and operated
using strings for storytelling.
Puppetry

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"Music

Shwedagon Pagoda in Yangon being one

Hsaing Waing - Percussion Ensemble:

The Hsaing Waing is a traditional Myanmar percussion

The Saung is a harp made of wood and strings.

The Pattala is a xylophone-like instrument made from

The Byaw is a bamboo flute, producing melodious tones

Sound is produced by the vibration of reeds when the musician

Thaye drums are typically made of wood and covered

Myanmar is renowned for its exquisite lacquerware.

The lacquer is then intricately decorated with

Myanmar's textiles and weaving techniques are highly regarded.

Textiles and Weaving

Old Market, Pagan Burma

Kyaukmyaung is a pottery village where

Myanmar has a long tradition of silverware and metalwork. Artisans craft

Silverware and Metalwork

These puppets are made of

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