Performance of zaikhawm hla at Christmas
Description:
Recording of the Mizos of Tezpur singing Christmas songs in Tezpur, Assam. These songs are in the zaikhawm hla style, which is a group singing style. zai means "to sing", khawm means "together," hla means "song". This type of music is often sung after a big meal or event, such as funerals or Christmas celebrations. People often get up and dance during these performances.
Date:
December 29, 1985
Duration:
7 minutes 37 seconds
Creator:
Chhangte, Lalnunthangi
Partner:
UNT College of Information