Rakhang (National ensemble)

Rakhang, the national ensemble of Bhutan, is a traditional musical group that showcases the country’s cultural heritage through classical Bhutanese music. It typically includes traditional instruments like drums, cymbals, horns, and long horns (rakhang), which produce harmonious sounds during important ceremonies, festivals, and state events. The ensemble aims to preserve and promote Bhutan’s distinctive musical traditions, fostering national identity and cultural pride. Performances by Rakhang often accompany religious rituals and celebrations, serving as a symbol of Bhutanese spiritual and cultural unity.