Ali Akbar Khan is associated with which of these instruments?

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Answer 1

The correct answer is Sarod.Key Points

Ali Akbar Khan is a renowned musician and composer from India, known for his mastery over the Sarod.
The Sarod is a stringed instrument that is played with a plectrum and is popular in Hindustani classical music.
The Shehnai is a wind instrument that is commonly played in North Indian weddings and other festive occasions.
The Tabla is a pair of hand drums that are used in Hindustani classical music and are known for their intricate rhythms.
The Sitar is a stringed instrument that is played by plucking the strings and is also commonly used in Hindustani classical music.

Additional Information

The Sarod is said to have been invented by Ali Akbar Khan's father, Allauddin Khan.
Shehnai is a wind instrument that is commonly played in North Indian weddings and other festive occasions.
- The Shehnai is often played in pairs and is known for its high-pitched, nasal sound.
The Tabla consists of two drums, the smaller one called the Dayan and the larger one called the Bayan.
The Sitar has 18-20 strings, of which 6-7 are played melody strings and the rest are drone strings.
- It is often associated with the legendary musician, Ravi Shankar.