Folk Music of Tamil Nadu

Karakattam is a traditional folk dance performed during festivals and celebrations in Tamil Nadu. It involves balancing a pot on the head while dancing.

The Thavil is a percussion instrument that is played alongside the Nadaswaram in traditional Tamil Nadu folk music performances.

Villuppattu is a traditional form of storytelling and music performed using the Villu, a bow-shaped instrument with bells attached to it.

Oyilattam is a folk dance and music form from Tamil Nadu that involves rhythmic clapping and the use of the Parai, a traditional drum.

Ottu is a traditional folk music form from Tamil Nadu that features the Ottu, a single-stringed instrument played with a bow.

The Koothu is a folk theater form that combines dance, music, and storytelling to narrate traditional tales and legends.

Yaazh is a traditional folk music form from Tamil Nadu that features the Yaazh, an ancient string instrument with a rich history.

Therukoothu literally translates to 'Street Theater' and is a form of folk theater performed in open spaces or streets.

Udukkai is a traditional folk music form from Tamil Nadu that features the Udukkai, a small hand drum played with the fingers.

Bommalattam literally translates to 'Puppet Theater' and involves the use of puppets to enact stories and legends.

Kombu is a traditional folk music form from Tamil Nadu that features the Kombu, a conch shell used as a wind instrument.

Silambattam is a folk dance form that involves rhythmic movements and striking of sticks.

Mayilattam is a traditional folk music form from Tamil Nadu that features the Mayilattam, a peacock dance performed with colorful costumes and rhythmic movements.

Poikkal Kuthirai Aattam literally translates to 'Horse Dance' and involves performers wearing horse-shaped costumes and performing rhythmic dance movements.

Kaniyan Koothu is a traditional folk music form from Tamil Nadu that features the Kaniyan Koothu, a ritual dance performed by the Kaniyan community.