Embracing the traditional rhythm

The euphonious music echoed in the premises of Center of Media Studies as soon as the folk singer Kachra Khan of Rajasthan’s Folk art intoned mellowed librettos of “Kesaria Balam Padharo Maahre desh…”

In collaboration with Speak McKay, Institute of Professional Studies organized the performance of Rajasthan’s Folk Artist the ‘Kalbelia singers and dancers’.

The song was followed by the performance of Raag Malhar by Sawan Khan which infused the classical vibes leaving the audience enthralled. The folk artists had their tradition musical instruments which captivated everyone present. The other performances were; playing the instruments:

Double flute which is traditionally known as Algojha by Sher Khan; Kamaicha a folk instrument made up of wood of mango tree, goatskin and tail of hoarse by Ghevar Khan; Khartaal by Khete Khan; Dholak by Goram Khan; Tandura by Mahesha Ram Megwaal; and Manjeera by Prabhu Ram Megwal.

The Sufi bhajan ‘sacha ishaq shara kya lage....’ a Meerabai’s bhajan was a divine recital.

The caramelized music was followed by heart throbbing folk dance. The Kalbelia dancer Sua Devi in her traditional black ghagra choli, danced with verve and tuned with music given by Sheshnath on been. The breathtaking dance performance made the audience spell bounded.

The traditional fiesta organized, gave everyone present an opportunity to witness the treasured gems of our culture. Such events are a source of learning about the colorful folk our country posses. We should not only admire it but also take keen initiative to promote and assimilate its beauty.

Prof. G.K Rai, Director Institute of Professional Studies and Justice Giridhar Malviya were also present.

Richa Tiwari 
Student
B.A in Media Studies
University of Allahabad