abstract:The Chenda (, ) is a cylindrical percussion instrument used widely in the state of Kerala, and Tulu Nadu of Karnataka State in India. In Tulu Nadu it is known as chande.
Chenda Sophea says he is particularly encouraged by interested rumblings from German, French and U.S. agro--industrial companies -- a refreshing change from "classical investors" in the garment, logging, hotel, brewing and tobacco industries.