The Jammu and Kashmir music reflects the rich musical heritage and cultural legacy of the state. Jammu and Kashmir is blessed with a plethora of splendid performing arts which is evident in the enchanting musical folk songs, expressive dance dramas and unique dance steps.
Reflecting the varied regional culture of the state, the enchanting Jammu and Kashmir music portrays the enriched folk traditions of the ancient times that have percolated to the modern era. Unaffected and unaltered by rapid industrialization and changing modern times, the traditional folk Jammu and Kashmir music bears relics to the rich cultural ancestry of the state. Some of the notable Jammu and Kashmir Music is:
Kashmiri Sufiyana Music- The enchanting Kashmiri Sufiyana music displays the intense devotion of the devotee towards the Supreme Being.
Gojri Music- One of the prominent musical forms of Jammu and Kashmir, the melodious Gojri music reflects the traditional folk culture of the state.
Kashmiri Santoor Music- Kashmiri Santoor music casts a magical spell on the audience who are overwhelmed at the poetic expressions and enchanting melody.
Masade- The uniqueness of the traditional folk songs of Masade lies in the fact that the singers sing without the support of any musical instruments.
Gwatri- One of the prominent performing art of the Jammu and Kashmir, Gwatri reflects the unique blend of enchanting music and expressive dance steps.
Benthe- A common performing art of the tribal community of Bakerwal and Gujjar, Benthe reflects the harmonious combination of melodious songs and unique dance steps.
Chakri- Accompanied with traditional musical instruments, Chakri displays the folk culture of Jammu and Kashmir.
Jammu and Kashmir music has helped to preserve the rich traditional culture and the old glory and grandeur of the state.
KASHMIR SINGERS & INSTRUMENTALISTS
Arti Kaul |
Asha Bhosle |
Pandit Bhajan Sopori |
Ghulam Hassan Sofi |
Kailash (Mehra) Sadhu |
Shameema (Dev) Azad |
Raj Begam |
Vijay Malla |
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