Music is an integral part of Nepalese culture and religion. There are about 120 ethnic groups in Nepal and almost every ethnic group has its own unique instruments. However, there are a few common traditional instruments that are very popular and are still a part of their everyday lives. These musical instruments are used for different purposes like religious ceremonies, marriage, festivals, and other important events of each ethnic group.

Nepal has an abundance of folk musical instruments that are as yet a part of people’s everyday lives and these instruments bear a long history that represents the cultural prosperity of the nation.

Such handmade Nepali musical instruments contrast as per place, caste, religion, and culture and are frequently used in various cultural ceremonies like weddings, celebrations, customs, and other important cultural functions. These typical Nepali instruments remind us about the commitment of people towards a musical and spiritual life, signs of creativity and originality, and showcasing connections between different cultures.  Sarangi, Jhyali, Madal are some of the examples of Nepali musical instruments.