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Features of Odishan Tribal String Musical Instruments

Author(s) Amit Kumar Das
Country India
Abstract According to Sangeet Ratnakar’s 6th chapter, the musical instruments are divided into four parts, such as Tat (string), Abanadha (covered with lether), Ghana (Metal) and Shusir ( Wind) . In the history of Indian music and culture, there are many string instruments name found from the Shastras and Puraans. Odhisha is know as the heart of the Indian tribal and folk culture. There are around 62 various tribal communities living in Odisha. Odishan tribal culture is prevalent among the tribal people of Odisha; majority of which is to be found in the tribal villages. The most important aspect of Odishan tribal culture is their music and dance. Each tribe has its own pattern of dance and music. They use different kinds of costumes and musical instruments to make their performance beautiful. Dance and music is an important part of tribal culture which being continued from the ancient times. The tribal music expressed the primal emotions of human being with simple words and simple tunes . Odishan tribal music as a whole reflects the rich cultural diversity. Although the pattern of music prevalent among them varies from tribe to tribe yet there are certain features common to all. Tribal music has even become more significant since it is an indispensable part of instrumental music especially in the context of blowing musical instruments. Odishan tribal string instruments are playing in perfect symphony.
Keywords Odishan tribal, String Instrument, Violin, Tribal Music, Folk Music
Field Arts
Published In Volume 5, Issue 6, November-December 2023
Published On 2023-12-20
Cite This Features of Odishan Tribal String Musical Instruments - Amit Kumar Das - IJFMR Volume 5, Issue 6, November-December 2023. DOI 10.36948/ijfmr.2023.v05i06.10808
DOI https://doi.org/10.36948/ijfmr.2023.v05i06.10808
Short DOI https://doi.org/gs98sz

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