Mosul (Iraq) (AFP) – In Iraq, the traditional “daf”, a large framed tambourine, is making a comeback after being banned under the Islamic State group. Very popular in Middle Eastern music, the instrument is especially used for religious ceremonies.
Banned under IS, Iraqi ‘daf’ beats keep religious music alive
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