Folk songs


 

When looking at the beginning of man, the common purpose of their life was food, clothing and shelter. Our village people, who were based on agriculture, are known as illiterate people who did not know the science of writing. But their intelligence levels were very high. They faced the struggle of life by following social customs such as playing games for entertainment, to relieve the troubles, loneliness, loneliness, fatigue, and fatigue that arose in the journey of life. Based on such tasks, various songs have been used to alleviate the suffering that arises from them. There are three factors that are based on the creation of these tasks, that is, the creation of village songs.


1. Songs based on professions

2. Songs based on faith and belief

3. Songs based on entertainment and social needs


Songs based on various professions include songs such as Gal Gee, Paru Gee, Paal Gee, Bambara Gee, Goyam Gee, Kamath Gee, Kurakkan Gee, Pathal Gee, etc. [Mehe Gee]

Songs based on faith and belief include songs such as Shanthikarma Gee, Thunsaran Gee

Songs based on entertainment and social needs include songs such as Keli Gee, Olinda Keliya 'Mevara Keliya, Pana Hangime Gee, Daru Nelavili Gee, Vedi Gee. [Social Songs]


Characteristics of a folk song\

1. It consists of three parts: folk songs, religious songs, and social songs.

2. The lyrics are simple

3. The melody is simple

4. It is passed down through oral tradition

5. It is sung in a high voice

6. It is created collectively.

7. It does not have a named composer

8. It is used as a means of communication

9. It is a pure medium

10. The rhythm, melody, and melody are harmonious with each other.

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