The Damam [damAm] is one of the most famous percussion instruments in the south of Iran particularly in Booshehr [buSehr] used in most of the ceremonies of that region.
The bowl of the Damam has a cylindrical construction covered by skin on both sides and fastened by straps and ropes on the sides.
In general the Damam is held on the ground and played by both hands, but sometimes it is suspended from the neck with straps during performances.
Although this instrument is particular to the south of Iran, and one can find instances of it in India as well as certain Arabic and African countries.
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A large drum in one piece, this instrument is covered with goatskin, which is secured by a cord, made from the fibers of a date palm knotted seven times. Dammam is played with a wooden stick and/or with the hand. In the South of Iran it is played in religious ceremonies and stored in Mosques.
