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The bright and dazzling spirits of Rajasthanis is reflectd in the
art of Rajasthan. Most opulent and richest treasures of art are
found in this state. This land is a 'Land of Celebrations'. The
funfilled Rajasthanis have an unequalled music and dance sense.
They have songs for every occasion, dances which raise the spirits
high and art pieces which are world famous. Some dance styles as
kalbalia and art as tie and dye have secured international reputation
and market.
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Music in Rajasthan is the soul of the people, with each region
having their own folk entertainment. The songs also differ according
to region and festival. The devotional songs like Pabuji Ki Phad
is of considerable significance. It is performed by Bhopas who sung
the ballad and plays Ravan-hattha. Maand is another sophisticated
style of folk music sung in royal courts, in praise of the Rajput
rulers.
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The major dances are Ghoomar , Gair Ghoomar, Gair,
Chari, Kachchi Ghodi, Fire, Drum, Teerah tali, Kathputli etc. Ghoomar,performed
by the women gracefully in circles on auspicious occasions.Gair
is a tribal dance performed by Bhils on the colorful festival of
Holi. Kachchi Godi is performed by elabrotaly decorated men on dummy
horses. The foot thumping music is generated by beating of drums
and fifes. Teerah tali is also a famous dance performed by men and
women in honour of their deity Baba Ramdev.
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Handicrafts of this region have great influence of war- like lifestyle.
sophisticated art pieces are made of Ivory, Lac, Silver, Glass,
Gold, Leather and Stones.Major craft traditions in Rajasthan include
Tie-and-Dye Textiles, Hand block Printing, Quilting, Jewellery,
Gems and Stones, Blue Pottery, Leather Craft, Woodcarving, and local
Painting traditions.Puppets are also one of the most hypnotic crafts
of Rajasthan.
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Different types of paintings like Kishangarh, Phad are spectacular.
Various art schools have flourished from 16th century onwards. Most
famous among them are Mewar school and Kishangarh school. Bani thani
paintings one of the most demanded is an enhancement of the Kishangarh
style of painting. Beside, the gemstone and miniature paintings
are capturing the market day by day. Various new styles are coming
up with new artists and variations in the routine and traditional
style.
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