'Musafir' from Rajasthan
Musafir, "The wanderers", hail from the desert land of Rajasthan, in the North West of India, which was walked upon by emperors, maharajas and their courts. The original land of the gypsies, troubadours and wandering musicians, who entertained those. A land of ancient musical and spiritual tradition. These artists, sacred bearers of various religions, go on pilgrimages to places such as Baba Ramdev's temple, the great Saint of Gypsies, in Runija or at Sufi Gharib Nawaz in Ajmer. The Saints are worshiped by both Hindus and Muslims. All ethnic groups share a common history, yet, their interpretations are very personal. Muslims use traditional and sophisticated themes, drawn from the classical tradition, the gypsies, usaally Hindus, perform interesting music and dances, based on mythological themes. The Sapera, known as the snake charmers, belong to the most ancient Gypsy tradition, live and perform with snakes, the guardian of spiritual truth. We find numerous troubadours, puppeteers, bears trainers and other fakirs entertaining people in the streets and villages with illusion and magic.Date: 01/11/04
Start Time: 20:00:00
Venue: Sabhal Mòr Ostaig, TDC main hall
Audience Numbers: 142
Type: Music World