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Feature
The most striking feature about Rajasthan‘s dance and music is that
there is a lot of variety in them and also the fact there have been no
notable changes in the arts since they were established a few thousand
years ago. The roots of the regional dance and music are deep rooted in
the tradition.
The music and dance
is more common during festivals although they are a part and parcel of
the normal Rajasthani life. The ancient poets such as Meera, Malookdas
and Kabir are now inseparable parts of the Rajasthani folklore. Other
than the festivals, the dance and music are performed during occasions
such as marriage and childbirth.
Traditional
Dance & Music
Rajasthan is known for its tradition. In Rajasthan exclusive
communities such as the Charans, Bhats, Dholis and the Bhopas are some
communities who perform old musical soirees in Rajasthan. Their folk
music has traditional instruments such as Sarangi, Ektara, Baara,
Jantaar, Algoza, Morchang, Garasiyas, Ghoralio, Kallbelias, Thali,
Jaltall and Jhalar.
The Rajasthani
music is vibrant and has a blend of various adjacent states such as
Gujarat, Haryana and Punjab. Their music is evocative and bold. Their
music is not only popular in India but is also popular overseas.
Rajasthani dances are spectacular and also colorful. The Ghoomer dance
is performed by women and the Chari dance is danced with a pot and a
lighted diva placed on the pot. These dances need great skill.
The performers
belong to tribes like Bhopas, Dholis and Bhands. They commonly perform
these dances to delight the village folks. Rajasthani’s know to
celebrate life and consider dancing as one of the significant mediums
of celebration. You can find diversity in each region and its unique
patterns of dance. No two dances are found to be identical and all the
instruments used for these performances are different.
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