‘Faag’ (फाग) are auspicious songs sung on the occasion of various festivities in the state of Uttarakhand. Since, these songs are also linked to the various traditional rituals these are also called as ‘Sanskaar’ (संस्कार, ritual) songs. These may also be known as ‘Shakunakhar’ (शकुनाखर) is Kumaun region of Uttarakhand. ‘Faag’ and/or ‘Shakunakhar’ are sung during religious ceremonies of …
Tag Archive: Uttarakhand Folk
Apr
12
Uttarakhand Folk Music Form ‘Baer’ (बैर)
‘Baer’ (बैर) means – opposition or conflict. Verbal conflict between singers in the form of songs is called ‘Baer’. There is race to defeat one another by favoring self and refuting other party in ‘Baer’ songs. This is a unique lyrical style of question and answer competition. However, let’s remember the conflict between the singers is limited to the …
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