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Tokmo-akyns performing _Aitysh_
Kyrgyzstan
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Tokmo-akyns performing _Aitysh_
Kyrgyzstan
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Aitysh
Aytysh is a musical and poetic competition of two akyns in the art of improvisation or verbiage. Aytysh is performed to the accompaniment of komuz. In aytysh, the intonation and improvisational tradition of performing arts is especially manifested. The competition takes place in the form of a dialogue with sparkling versification, composed and improvised during the competition on various topical topics. The themes of aytysh are multifaceted, deep reflections are expressed in them, in which sparkling humor is interspersed with philosophical generalizations.
Kyrgyzstan -
Performing akyns
Kyrgyzstan
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Aitysh__-improvised competition of two akyns
Kyrgyzstan
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The art of akyns-improvisers ‘tokmo’
The art of the ‘tokmo akyns’ is specific type of the Kyrgyz singing art. Unlike performers of other genres, ‘tokmo akyns’ must possess, first of all, a unique poetic talent and improvisation skills. Akyn singing is characterized by improvisation, folksy development of musical and poetic sentiments, intonation and rhythmic freedom and recitative manner of a performance. Simultaneous playing on komuz during performances of ‘tokmo akyns’ very often reproduces and interludes the akyn’s voice. Instrumental ritornello on komuz sounds at the beginning, between couplets, and at the end of a song. Because of the poetic talent and improvisation skills, tokmo akyns enjoy special status among the Kyrgyz people.
Kyrgyzstan -
The art of akyns-improvisers ‘tokmo’
The art of the ‘tokmo akyns’ is specific type of the Kyrgyz singing art. Unlike performers of other genres, ‘tokmo akyns’ must possess, first of all, a unique poetic talent and improvisation skills. Akyn singing is characterized by improvisation, folksy development of musical and poetic sentiments, intonation and rhythmic freedom and recitative manner of a performance. Simultaneous playing on komuz during performances of ‘tokmo akyns’ very often reproduces and interludes the akyn’s voice. Instrumental ritornello on komuz sounds at the beginning, between couplets, and at the end of a song. Because of the poetic talent and improvisation skills, tokmo akyns enjoy special status among the Kyrgyz people.
Kyrgyzstan -
The art of akyns-improvisers ‘tokmo’
The art of the ‘tokmo akyns’ is specific type of the Kyrgyz singing art. Unlike performers of other genres, ‘tokmo akyns’ must possess, first of all, a unique poetic talent and improvisation skills. Akyn singing is characterized by improvisation, folksy development of musical and poetic sentiments, intonation and rhythmic freedom and recitative manner of a performance. Simultaneous playing on komuz during performances of ‘tokmo akyns’ very often reproduces and interludes the akyn’s voice. Instrumental ritornello on komuz sounds at the beginning, between couplets, and at the end of a song. Because of the poetic talent and improvisation skills, tokmo akyns enjoy special status among the Kyrgyz people.
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Darika Vadham - A Valluvanadan Tapestry
Kerala is a land where its cultural diversity is relieved by plentiful of traditional and ritual art forms.\nVayali is a folklore group born at Arangottukara, a small village in Thrissur district, on 2004 with the sole aim to preserve the traditional and indigenous folklore of Kerala especially the rich cultural treasure along the banks of River Bharathapuzha. And they envisaged their dream by reviving the alienating “Darika Vadham Ritual Art”.\nDarika Vadham is a traditional Ritual art form performed by people belonging to Paraya Community. The performer has to follow strict diet restrictions for two weeks prior to the performance. Darika, a demon king, after being blessed by Lord Brahma has become very cruel to the people. And he has granted blessing from Brahma that, only a Woman can kill him. For killing Darika, Goddess Kali has been created by Lord Siva. And this art form depicts the fierce battle between Goddess Kali and Darika. Costumes for Darika Vadham comprises of Arayodam - a kind of hip chain, Chilambu for legs, Vanchi for hands, a headgear made of bamboo and is known as Kali mudi (Kali hair) and a Sword. The narration of story is better expressed through the songs with Chenda & Maram ( Music Instruments of Kerala)
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Darika Vadham - A Valluvanadan Tapestry
Kerala is a land where its cultural diversity is relieved by plentiful of traditional and ritual art forms.\nVayali is a folklore group born at Arangottukara, a small village in Thrissur district, on 2004 with the sole aim to preserve the traditional and indigenous folklore of Kerala especially the rich cultural treasure along the banks of River Bharathapuzha. And they envisaged their dream by reviving the alienating “Darika Vadham Ritual Art”.\nDarika Vadham is a traditional Ritual art form performed by people belonging to Paraya Community. The performer has to follow strict diet restrictions for two weeks prior to the performance. Darika, a demon king, after being blessed by Lord Brahma has become very cruel to the people. And he has granted blessing from Brahma that, only a Woman can kill him. For killing Darika, Goddess Kali has been created by Lord Siva. And this art form depicts the fierce battle between Goddess Kali and Darika. Costumes for Darika Vadham comprises of Arayodam - a kind of hip chain, Chilambu for legs, Vanchi for hands, a headgear made of bamboo and is known as Kali mudi (Kali hair) and a Sword. The narration of story is better expressed through the songs with Chenda & Maram ( Music Instruments of Kerala)
India -
Darika Vadham - A Valluvanadan Tapestry
Kerala is a land where its cultural diversity is relieved by plentiful of traditional and ritual art forms.\nVayali is a folklore group born at Arangottukara, a small village in Thrissur district, on 2004 with the sole aim to preserve the traditional and indigenous folklore of Kerala especially the rich cultural treasure along the banks of River Bharathapuzha. And they envisaged their dream by reviving the alienating “Darika Vadham Ritual Art”.\nDarika Vadham is a traditional Ritual art form performed by people belonging to Paraya Community. The performer has to follow strict diet restrictions for two weeks prior to the performance. Darika, a demon king, after being blessed by Lord Brahma has become very cruel to the people. And he has granted blessing from Brahma that, only a Woman can kill him. For killing Darika, Goddess Kali has been created by Lord Siva. And this art form depicts the fierce battle between Goddess Kali and Darika. Costumes for Darika Vadham comprises of Arayodam - a kind of hip chain, Chilambu for legs, Vanchi for hands, a headgear made of bamboo and is known as Kali mudi (Kali hair) and a Sword. The narration of story is better expressed through the songs with Chenda & Maram ( Music Instruments of Kerala)
India -
Darika Vadham - A Valluvanadan Tapestry
Kerala is a land where its cultural diversity is relieved by plentiful of traditional and ritual art forms.\nVayali is a folklore group born at Arangottukara, a small village in Thrissur district, on 2004 with the sole aim to preserve the traditional and indigenous folklore of Kerala especially the rich cultural treasure along the banks of River Bharathapuzha. And they envisaged their dream by reviving the alienating “Darika Vadham Ritual Art”.\nDarika Vadham is a traditional Ritual art form performed by people belonging to Paraya Community. The performer has to follow strict diet restrictions for two weeks prior to the performance. Darika, a demon king, after being blessed by Lord Brahma has become very cruel to the people. And he has granted blessing from Brahma that, only a Woman can kill him. For killing Darika, Goddess Kali has been created by Lord Siva. And this art form depicts the fierce battle between Goddess Kali and Darika. Costumes for Darika Vadham comprises of Arayodam - a kind of hip chain, Chilambu for legs, Vanchi for hands, a headgear made of bamboo and is known as Kali mudi (Kali hair) and a Sword. The narration of story is better expressed through the songs with Chenda & Maram ( Music Instruments of Kerala)
India