The Nadaswaram is a unique instrument in many traditional South Indian and Hindi ceremonies.  Today, it is constructed primarily from bamboo, but materials such as sandalwood, copper, brass and ivory are historically included.  This instrument is made of three parts: kuzhal, thimiru and anasu.  All of these parts combine to make to the double-reed, bell shaped instrument that creates music with a range up to two and a half octaves.  Because of its intense volume and strength, the Nadaswaram is most often enjoyed outdoors, but one thing is certain: the sound it produces is sure to be music to many ears.