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  • Essay / The musical world of Rajasthan - 1501

    The musical world of Rajasthan"Rajasthan presents the only example in the history of humanity of a people resisting all the outrages that barbarism can inflict or that nature human can sustain, and bent towards the earth, but rising up resisting pressure and making calamities a whetstone for courage Among the immensely beautiful states of India, each unique in its ethnicity and traditions, the. Rajasthan is probably the most mystically intriguing of all. The monotony of the desert, in contrast with the rich and colorful heritage, offers an enigma to this land of kings and warriors. Not only does Rajasthani art occupy a special place in the world. traditional Indian art, but this exotic and vibrant land is also internationally recognized for its indigenous music and dance Among the various music groups of this desert land, the most prominent group of musicians are the Langas and Manganiyars. Music is undoubtedly the most important aspect of their daily lives. The most important role of the traditional folk music of the Langas and Manganiyars of Rajasthan is the unique identity it provides to these desert musicians. A quick look at the history of the province, the performers of Rajasthani folk music and its audiences, and the voices and instruments of the folk singers provides insight into how the music has influenced them. marked, giving them the place they deserve on the international scene. .Rajasthan is historically known as the land of kings and warriors. The state was privileged with this identity due to the country's largest ethnic group, the Rajputs. The Rajputs rose to prominence in the 9th and 10th centuries and were a major force to be reckoned with in medieval India. Passionate about their land, family and honor, Rajputs viewed war as a sport and followed a strict chivalrous code of conduct (Indtravel, 1993). The Rajputs were great patrons of dance and music. Music was rooted in their customs and traditions, such as pre-war rituals and victory celebration. Rajasthani folk music flourished during the rule of the Rajputs and spread far and wide, establishing their distinct identity. Myths and legends about Rajput velvet, bravery, sacrifice and courage have come down to us in the form of ballads sung by folk singers or in the stories of bards and court poets. Therefore, historically, music has played an important role in establishing the warrior identity of Rajasthan (Rajasthan Travel Tourism). While Rajasthani folk music was widely frequented by the Rajputs in medieval India, it is now frequented by villagers who actively participate in the shows put on by traveling artists (Rajasthan Club).