Narrative Traditions of Karnataka

(ARCE), 53 mins

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Field of Interest: World Music
Description: This selection is drawn from a variety of narrative traditions of Karnataka. These are all roughly called katha, or kathe in plural, and are story narratives performed through recitation and music. They include Burra Katha, Kamsale, Chaudike, Jogi and Tatva. Musically the kathe follow both the Hindustani and Karnatak tune families. Different varieties of leader/follower singing patterns are used to narrate a story.
Content Type: Music recording
Duration: 53 mins
Format: Audio
Label: ARCE
Subject: World Music, Music & Performing Arts, South Asia: Indian Subcontinent, Sul da Ásia: Subcontinente Indiano, Sudeste Asiático: Subcontinente Indio, India
Keywords and Translated Subjects: Sul da Ásia: Subcontinente Indiano, Sudeste Asiático: Subcontinente Indio