The most prominent name in Nepali instrumental music is the band Kutumba . They are known for their unique style, using only traditional Nepali instruments .
Their Instrumental Albums: Kutumba has several albums that are great for exploring Nepali instrumental music, such as Folk Roots (2005) and Forever Nepali Folk Instrumental (2004) .
Instruments You'll Hear: Their music features iconic Nepali instruments:
Sarangi: A bowed string instrument, said to sound closest to the human voice .
Madal: A traditional percussion instrument that is the "backbone" of Nepali folk music .
Bansuri: The bamboo flute, which has strong connections to Hindu hymns .