CultureSeptember 2, 2026
harmonium
har-MO-nee-um
Definition
A small, portable keyboard instrument featuring a bellows and metal reeds that produce sound when air is pumped through them, often used in Indian classical and devotional music.
Etymology
Derived from the Greek word 'harmonios', meaning 'harmonious' or 'concordant'. It was popularized in the 19th century and subsequently became a staple instrument in Indian musical traditions.
In the news
The word is used to describe the restaurant's decor, where a harmonium is displayed alongside other traditional Indian instruments to create an authentic cultural atmosphere.
India’s first spiritual dining restaurant to open in Hyderabad
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