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	Gypsy Feet: Dances of Rajasthan, India
		Dances of Rajasthan like the rest of India are the expression of its people's passion for life through their bodies swinging and tapping vigorously to the soulful music that Rajasthan is famous for.
		Music and dance are an essential part of the tribal life of Rajasthan.
		The dance and the music of Rajasthan has a haunting effect in it that comes from the spectacular beauty and the brutal harshness of the terrain as well as from the vibrance, zeal, passion, grace and heroism of its people and their lives.
	www.gypsyfeet.com /travel/travel_india/rajasthan/dances.htm (363 words)

	Rajasthani Dance and Music,Rajasthan Tour Package Operators
		There is dancing, singing, drama, devotional music and puppet shows and other community festivities which transform the hardworking Rajasthanis into a fun-loving and carefree individual.
		The music gradually rises in tempo and reaches a crescendo, the dancers seem to be in a trance, like state.
		Terahtaal: Terahtaal is derived from the hindo word '13', it is performed with the aid of 13 cymbals, which are fastened to the bodies of the female dancers who are accompanied by male singers and drummers.
	www.rajasthanholidaysindia.com /rajasthan-dance.htm (671 words)

	Music of Rajasthan - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
		Rajasthan is a region of India, home to several important centers of Indian musical development, including Udaipur, Jodhpur and Jaipur.
		The region's music shares similarities both with nearby areas of India and the other side of the border, in the Pakistani province of Sindh.
		Traditional music includes the women's panihari songs, which lyrically describes chores, especially centered around water and wells, both of which are an integral part of Rajasthan's desert culture.
	en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Music_of_Rajasthan (294 words)

	Folk Music Festival,Indian Folk Music,Rajasthani Music,Folk Music of Rajasthan,Music Festival (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-08)
		Emanating from a tradition that is old and undisturbed, and from a culture that has imbibed the best from its neighbouring states of Sindh, Gujarat, Malwa, Mewat, Haryana and Punjab, in Rajasthan, music is deeply engrained in the hearts and souls of the inhabitants.
		Today their music can be heard all over the state and is popular even in the national and international circuits.
		This is sung in groups in ‘jikri’, ‘kanhaiyya’ or ‘geet’ (of the meenas), ‘hele-ke-khyal’ and ‘bam rasiya’ of Eastern Rajasthan.
	rajasthan.indiantravelportal.com /music (1133 words)

	webindia123.com-Art of Rajasthan-music of Rajasthan-rajasthani folk songs-the ragas-the tal
		Rajasthan has a number of communities whose hereditary profession is to sing for the entertainment of others.
		In Indian music Tal unites the listener with the singer in the rhythm and ecstasy of music.
		Folk music also requires tal for its effective rendering and the instruments used for it are many including the dhol (drum), dholak, nagara, majira, chang and daf.
	www.webindia123.com /Rajasthan/Arts/music.htm (642 words)

	History of Rajasthan states and rulers,Rajasthan Dances & Music Tour
		Rajasthan known as Rajputana, consisted of 19 "Native States" under the British Parliamentary is literally translated, the land of Rajputs, who were, for well over a thousand years, the traditional ruling aristocracy of the states in the area.
		However, with the eclipse of the Mughals in the 18th century, Bikaner, along with the rest of Rajasthan, fell into the slow decline, although its desert barriers at least spared it the depredations that the Marathas were wreaking on its other Rajput neighbors.
		The erstwhile state of Alwar, in northeastern Rajasthan, is possibly the oldest kingdom in kingdom-studded Rajasthan.
	www.rajasthantourpackages.com /rajasthan-folklore.html (6701 words)

	Music of Rajasthan, Dances of Rajasthan, Music and Dance of Rajasthan, Rajasthani Dances
		The music engenders both a spirit of identity and provides entertainment as relief from the daily grind of wrenching a living from the inhospitable land of heat and dust storms.
		The Folk music of Rajasthan is an indispensible component of functions such asweddings, engagements, and births.
		The vigorous and zestful display of their perfect movements to the enchanting tune of musical instruments is a treat to the eyes.
	www.rajasthantours.net /music-dance.html (690 words)

	Rajasthan Music Dance : Rajasthan Musical Instruments : India Rajasthan Culture
		Maand: Rajasthan’s most sophisticated style of folk music and has come a long way from the time it was only sung in royal courts, in praise of the Rajput rulers.
		The music is staccato and accompanied by the syncopated singing of the Bhopa and the Bhopan.The Jogis of Abu Road area use a smaller version of the Rawanhathha which has its two main strings tuned to the 'Sa' of the Indian octave and a third of steel to 'Pa'.
		Ceremonial music is provided by Nafeeri and Surnai, both rudimentrary forms of the shehnai.Then there is the Poongi of the snake charmers and its adaptation by the Langas called the Murla.
	www.rajasthantravelguide.com /info/music_dance.html (1298 words)

	Rajasthan, Rajasthan travel, Rajsathan tour, Tour Package, Tour, India tour, rajasthan tour packages, rajasthan india ...
		Rajasthan is one of India's brightest Jewels, a vast desert province where Rajput princes ruled for centuries in extravagant pomp and splendor. Each Rajasthani city has a unique character, camel ride is possible only in the desert.
		Rajasthan is a destination that enchants the visitors with every little discovery that is made, because the more one discovers, the more is the urge to stay on or come back.
		For Rajasthan Thar is peopled by a proud race where the dull landscape bursts into brilliant Kodachrome hues: Multi- coloured clothes, jewellery that begins from the toes and anklets and mounts upwards from waist to hands to face and forehead.
	www.indiatravelroute.com /rajasthan.htm (494 words)

	Rajasthan, People of Rajasthan, culture of Rajasthan, fairs and festivals of Rajasthan, music and dance in Rajasthan, ...
		Rajasthan also has a number of tribal groups such as the Bhils, Minas, Gaduliya Lohars, Sahariyas, Damors and Sidhis etc., which account for 12% of the total population of the state.
		Rajasthan has also given the world famous phad paintings, pichwais, and exquisite miniature paintings that are the pride of serious collectors all over the world.
		The music and dances of Rajasthan are heady, exciting, hypnotic and compelling and very much a part of the eternal appeal of this strange and wondrous land.
	www.indianvisit.com /ivnew/states_of_india/rajasthan/people_rajasthan.html (966 words)

	folk music of rajasthan, traditional rajasthani music, music & dances of rajasthan, tribal music of rajasthan, folk ...
		Music and dance are deeply ingrained in the life of Rajasthanis.
		The cool stillness of the desert after the searing heat of the day and the upsurge of life in the short-lived rainy season or spring are filled with soulful, full-throated music and rhythmic dance.
		The hilly tracts of central and southern Rajasthan are rich in community entertainments because of the lifestyle of tribes like the Bhils, Meena, Banjaras, Saharias and Garasias.
	www.rajasthandiary.com /rajdiary/music.htm (467 words)

	Rajasthan Music And Dance, Rajasthan Traditional Music, Famous Dance of Rajasthan: India Line Travel
		The music and dance of Rajasthan have a distinctive charm that binds you.
		A vigorous dance, it uses mock-fights and the brandishing of swords, nimble sidestepping and pirouetting to the music of fifes and drums.
		A form of court music, the maand is a raga formation that developed in Marwar, and includes a complex inflexion of voices, sung in a deep bass.
	www.indialine.com /travel/rajasthan/music&dance.html (1096 words)

	Music Rajasthan,Music and Dances in Rajasthan,Traditional Music of Rajasthan,Rajasthani Music,Folk Music of Rajasthan (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-08)
		The famous music of this state also brings with it a lot of very famous and widely accepted musical instruments.The state of Rajasthan can’t be thought about without its folksongs and folkdances and to keep in tandem, A wide variety of musical instruments are used.
		It’s a scintillating sight to see the folkmusicians of Rajasthan with their musical instruments, which are decorated with beautiful trappings and ornamental coverings and their colourful attire that mesmerizes the spellbound audience.
		The music and the musicians of this state are so rich in their art that they have music for all seasons and festivals.
	www.incredible-india-travel.com /rajasthan-travel/music-rajasthan.html (351 words)

	Rajasthan Tours,Rajasthan India Tours in Rajasthan
		We at Royal Rajasthan Tour invite you to explore the heritage and romance of this magnificent land of Rajasthan.
		We help you meet the people of Rajasthan and be a part of their culture in all possible ways.
		Rajasthan is a place where each day observes some rituals and ceremonies.
	www.royalrajasthantours.com (132 words)

	Rajasthan Tour Guide, rajasthan tours, royal rajasthan, rajasthan travel portal, hotels reservation rajasthan, palace ... (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-08)
		Rajasthan is a exotic state where tradition and glory meet in beautiful colors against the backdrop of sand and desert.
		Rajasthan is among the richest state in the country as far as arts and crafts is concerned.
		All the regions of Rajasthan have their distinct dance, songs and musical instruments.
	www.rajasthan.india-tours.com (379 words)

	Rajasthan Music & Dance, Music & Dance in Rajasthan, Rajasthan Musical Instruments, Rajasthan Tourism, ...
		Rajasthan’s most sophisticated style of folk music and has come a long way from the time it was only sung in royal courts, in praise of the Rajput rulers.
		This is the most important folk musical instrument and is found in various forms in Rajasthan.
		The Ghanti or the Ghanta are commonly used and the ghungroo(ankle bells) form an integral part of music.
	www.rajasthantravelguide.com /rajasthan_tourism/music_dance.html (1308 words)

	RAJASTHAN INFOLINE - Music & Dance
		Music and dance are deeply ingrained in the life of Rajasthan.
		This is a sung in groups in Jikri, Kanhaiyya or Geet(of the Meenas), Hele-ke-Khyal and Bam Rasiya of Eastern Rajasthan.
		Their music had acquired a sophistication that was absent from the rustic tones of the others.
	www.rajasthaninfoline.com /rinfo/md.htm (925 words)

	Rajasthan Culture,Rajasthan Folk Music,Rajasthan Dance
		Evolved through centuries, the culture of Rajasthan is rich in terms of variety and ingenuity.
		Rajasthani folk music is an integral part of the Rajasthani way of life.
		The theme of the folk music is generally derived from the heroic deeds of the Rajput princes.
	www.travelgorajasthan.com /rajasthani-culture.htm (649 words)

	Rajasthan Tourism
		Rajasthan- the land of royalty is a glittering jewel set in the golden sands of a barren deserts landscape.
		The folk dance and music of Rajasthan are lively and exhilarating.
		A part of the eternal appeal of this strange and wondrous land, Rajasthan folk dance and music is a part of life in Rajasthan.
	www.rajasthan-travel-tour.com /culture-of-rajasthan.html (295 words)

	Rajasthan Destination Guide, Cities of Rajasthan, Rajasthan India Tour
		The mood and the rhythm of the countryside changes from one region to another, and from season to season.It is a land of magical fantasies that remain a lifetime memory.
		Rajasthanis, are one of the most flamboyant and multi-hued people of the Indian sub-continent, known for their cultural and artistic works, rich lifestyle and rusticity blended with modern ideals.
		Jaipur The capital of the modern state of Rajasthan, Jaipur is a modern city built according to the specifications laid down in ancient architectural texts.
	www.rajasthanholidaysindia.com /Rajasthan-destinations.htm (1201 words)

	Rajasthani Songs - Buy Indian Music
		Music from Rajasthan has found quite a lot of exposure globally.
		But what few have heard is music other than that of these two communities.
		These recordings with artistes around the Ajmer area and the southern parts of Rajasthan capture the vibrancy of the land.
	www.beatofindia.com /region/rajasthani.htm (119 words)

	Art of Rajasthan,rajasthan culture,Dance and Music,rajasthani food,drink,Traditions of Rajasthan,rajasthani ...
		Rajasthan is among the richest states in the country as far as the field of arts and crafts is concerned.
		The people of Rajasthan have their own ways to celebrate the evening are the long day of hard work in the sun.
		Both music as well as dance is respected as skills by the dwellers of the desert.
	www.unlimitedindia.com /IndianTours/Artandculture.htm (508 words)

	http://www.rajasthanheritage.com
		Music in Rajasthan is the soul of the people, with each region having their own folk entertainment.
		Maand is another sophisticated style of folk music sung in royal courts, in praise of the Rajput rulers.
		The foot thumping music is generated by beating of drums and fifes.
	www.rajasthanheritage.com /art.asp (364 words)

	Gypsy Music: an overview by Michal Shapiro
		Thus the music that they absorbed in one country would then be blended with the music of the next country they occupied, giving it a unique and new feeling.
		Flamenco music is probably Europe’s most famous folk music, and though many Spaniards may tell you that flamenco is NOT solely a Gypsy invention, their contribution is so formidable, that they have become synonymous with it.
		The music that Hungarian Roma played while busking on the street, or in the country is quite different, entirely a capella, with the exception of hand clapping and milk-can percussion.
	www.rootsworld.com /rw/feature/gypsy1.html (4051 words)

	Folk Music: Rex Tours, Jaipur - India
		The brightness of the daily life, the legends of its heroism and romance are all captured in the vibrant and evocative music of this desert land.
		Folk music of Rajasthan, which is rich, evocative, heroic, plaintive and joyful, comes from a tradition that is old and undisturbed.
		The music Langa and Manganihar communities developed under the patronage of the medieval Kings and princes.
	www.rextours.com /music.asp (295 words)

	discover rajasthan, tours in Rajasthan, Rajasthan package tours, facts about rajasthan, fairs and festival of ... (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-08)
		RAJASTHAN has always fascinating people from all over the world with the grandeur of its forts, palaces And the architecture of its havelis (Big home).
		Explore the Fair and Festivals of Rajasthan with the people of Rajasthan with their culture and believes.
		Snake dance is one of the most thunder dance forms of Rajasthan, Performed by the Kalbelia snake charmers’ community.
	www.discover-rajasthan.com (248 words)

	Rajasthan Dances,Folk Dances of Rajasthan,Rajasthan Folk Music & Dance,Rajasthan Music,Rajasthan Folk Music,Rajasthan ...
		The people of Rajasthan know the real art of living life to the fullest with total enjoyment in spite of hard weather conditions and rough terrain.
		The colorful costumes of the dances combined with lively folk music transform the harsh barren land into a myriad hues of color.
		The veiled women dancers balances up to seven or nine brass pitchers over their head as they dance elegantly, swiveling and swaying with the soles of their feet settled on the top of a glass or on the edge of the sword.
	www.fascinatingrajasthan.com /rajasthan/dances.html (621 words)

	RajasthanUnlimited-Music and Dance, Rajasthan, Music, Sand, Desert, Dance, Sand, rajasthan profile, portal travel ...
		It is a fascinating sight to see the folk musicians of Rajasthan with their musical instruments, who besides dressing themselves in colourful attire, also decorate and embellish their instruments with beautiful trappings and ornamental coverings.
		Their amazingly rich music has an extraordinary individuality, tradition and exotic flavor, which gives a distinctive feature and quality to their musical sounds, and a certain pulse which does not fail to fascinate the listener, staying like lingering perfume.
		They have songs for every occasion with rich emotional content, almost an endless variety of tunes, quite a few delightful dance forms, and a large number of musical instruments, all a collective creation of the folks which is retained by them in its traditional form and character and passed from one generation to the other.
	www.rajasthanunlimited.com /musicanddance (248 words)

	CD Baby: GYPSIES OF RAJASTHAN: Desert Charm - from poetrychaikhana
		At one time, the Manganiars were musicians of the Rajput courts, accompanying their chiefs to war and providing them with entertainment before and after the battles and in the event of his death, would perform at the ruler's vigil day and night until the mourning was over.
		An accomplished group of poets, singers, and musicians from the Barmer district of Rajasthan, the Langas seem to have converted from Hinduism to Islam in the 17th century.
		The music of Rajasthan is driven by pulsating rhythms created by an array of percussion instruments, the most popular of them being the 'dholak', a double headed barrel drum, whose repertoire has influenced other Indian drums including the tabla.
	www.cdbaby.com /cd/rajasthan/from/poetrychaikhana (660 words)

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