What you'll learn
It has a series of strings (usually seven) stretched over the body, with a mix of main playing strings and sympathetic strings that resonate to enhance the overall sound. The Saraswati veena is known for its deep, resonant tone and is often used in classical Carnatic music.
Rudra Veena: This variant has a more elongated body and produces a rich, bass-heavy sound. It typically has a smaller resonator at one end and a larger one at the other. The Rudra veena is used in both Carnatic and Hindu
- The veena is a classical stringed instrument, integral to Indian music, particularly Carnatic (South Indian classical) and Hindustani (North Indian classical) traditions
