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VOL. 2, ISSUE 6 (2017)
A study of Kashmiri folk singing form “Vanvun” and “Laddishah”
Authors
Bilal Ahmed Dar
Abstract
India is land of cultural diversities, every region in India has its own form of folk music. This rich tradition of folk music is very much alive in not just rural India but also in some meteors. Like other parts of the country, Kashmir has also a rich and pure socio cultural back ground, which is quite visible in its folk forms and folk lores. Kashmir has been a grand arena of folk music, since time immemorial there have been poets, writers, Musicians, Dramatists, dancers etc, who have attained glory in the literacy and art world of Kashmir. From the very beginning Kashmiri people love singing and dancing and have always been a part of their literary culture. Festivals, fairs, marriages, receptions each have a particular folk style to suit the occasion. The folk songs of Kashmir has always played a vital role to communicate to the masses and acts as a medium of communication. It has always been a source to create social instincts, i.e. feelings of love and sympathy towards human beings. In essence folk songs of Kashmir is an expression of spontaneous and inspiring ideas that flow without any pre thought besides that there is a directness and simplicity in the narration, the ideas are concrete and specific the music is simple and therefore easy to learn and sing. The common man sings under the impact of grief or joy in most easy flowering and easy words. The beats being determined by the intensity of emotions. The characteristic feature of Kashmiri folk songs like “Vanvun and Laddishah” is its direct mass appeal. It prompts participation of the listeners even if they are not trained in the lilting expression of a song or tune unconsciously they partake of the mood. These folk songs of Kashmir carries the message of nature and the mind and soul of the simple and pure Kashmiri people. It is serene and sustained. The rhythms are slow and controlled but not galloping. The distinguishing quality of Kashmiri folk songs is its bewitching charm and aesthetic merit, which makes it intimate and interesting. There is a balance in the combination and arrangement of notes. Spontaneity comes from influence of nature and way of life. These folk songs has a natural feel and depth in them, which becomes a source of spreading happiness and also filling the air with joy and mirth, through its wordings connected with its sweet melodies, these folk songs always keeps the audience spell bound and also gives them inspiration and motivation through the spontaneous creation of its enchanting and everlasting melodies. The folk songs of Kashmir not only depicts the melodic tradition of Kashmir but also carry the message of nature as well as the simple and pure life of Kashmiri people.
Pages:200-203
How to cite this article:
Bilal Ahmed Dar "A study of Kashmiri folk singing form “Vanvun” and “Laddishah”". International Journal of Advanced Educational Research, Vol 2, Issue 6, 2017, Pages 200-203
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