Artist: Various Artists

Title: Folk Music of India / Various

Condition:

Format: CD

Release Date: 2012

Label: Folkways Records

UPC: 093070440920

Genre: International

Album Tracks

1. Folk Song from West Bengal
2. Folk Song from Haryana
3. Tamil Folk Song
4. A Naga Swaram-Snake Charmers Melody
5. Religious Song from Kerla
6. Sanai Gath
7. Rajastan Folk Song
8. Folk Song from South India
9. Folk Song from South India

This collection of Indian music from West Bengal in the east, Haryana in the north, Kerla in the south, and Rajastan from western India represent the product of several centuries of a flourishing musical tradition. Whether a sacred melody or a snake charming tune, each of these songs feature intricate drum patterning and a unique instrumentation which can only be expected in a country where music is a gift of the gods.