Bhangra
Bhangra is a lively form of music and dance that originated in
the Punjab region in Southeast Asia. As many Bhangra lyrics reflect the
long and often tumultuous history of the Punjab, knowledge of Punjabi
history offers important insights into the meaning of the music. While
Bhangra began as a part of harvest festival celebrations, it eventually
became a part of such diverse occasions as weddings and New Year
celebrations. Moreover, during the last thirty years, Bhangra has
enjoyed a surge in popularity worldwide, both in traditional form and as
a fusion with genres such as hip-hop, house, and reggae. As Bhangra
continues to move into mainstream culture, an understanding of its
history and tradition helps to appreciate it.
|  |
Bhangra Costumes: Traditionally, men wear a lungi while doing Bhangra. A lungi is a colorful piece of cloth wrapped around the waist. Men also wear a kurta, which is a long Punjabi-style shirt. In addition, men wear Bhugaris - also known as turbins - to cover their heads. Women wear the traditional Punjabi dress, salvar kameez. A salvar kameez is composed of a long colorful shirt and baggy, vibrant pants. Women also wear duppattas, colorful pieces of cloth wrapped around the neck. Many Bhangra songs make references to the duppatta. | |
0 comments:
Post a Comment