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In Concert: Myanmar's Kyaw Kyaw Naing

NEW YORK, November 8, 2012 — Burmese composer and percussionist Kyaw Kyaw Naing performs with his ensemble at Asia Society's 2012 Awards Dinner. Naing is considered a master of the pat waing, a traditional instrument comprised of 21 separately tuned drums. (5 min., 30 sec.)

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 /  Northern California

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