Folk Music of Tamil Nadu

Tamil Nadu, the southern state of India, is deeply entrenched in an eminent tradition of folk arts, which display the traditions and talents that have come down from generations. The folk music of Tamil Nadu is characterizes the ethos, aesthetic values and melody of the province. The show of folk dances and music on times of temple festivals and community functions gives entertainment, joy and merry to the villagers. Folk singing remains well-liked, particularly by rural population. The folk music of the traditional styles is sometimes used in film music. There are existing enthusiasts, like Dr.Vijayalakshmi Navaneethakrishnan and Mr and Mrs.Pushpavanam Kuppuswamy, who have worked to revitalize popular interest in the folk music of Tamil Nadu.  read more >>