10 Indian Traditions of Folk Music That Tell Our Stories

This book explores ten traditions of folk music that have long preserved some of the many voices and diverse cultures across India. From the evocative ballads of Kashmir to the soulful rhythms of Bengal, each tradition is shaped by the region where it originated and the challenges and joys of the singers. These traditions are: The Bidesia of Bihar

The Gathas and Kathas of Rajasthan

The Ladishah Ballads of Kashmir

The Nizami Qawwali of Dilli

The Pandavani of Chhattisgarh

The Kabir Vaani of Kutch

The Janapadas of Karnataka

The Lavani of Maharashtra

The Li of the Chakhesang Nagas The Bhatiyali of Bengal Mamta Nainy explores the origins of these musical forms, and their evolution in the face of modernity, highlighting their power as a means of collective expression.