![alt=Kauda/Chudka dance performance at Everest sending letters to each other. Syahi-Syahi is oftenly used in Kauda chudka music but dont have its proper meaning while singing and dancing in this event. Talking about the authenticity of the Kaura performance, “The female dancers should be in odd number, starting from minimum three to maximum 13. Only unmarried women were allowed or considered suitable to participate in the performance, while both married & unmarried men could perform. In Kaura, one verse is sung multiple times to create rhythm for the dancers. It was often mandatory for men to sing to the rhythm of the instrument Khaijandi while women to dance, wearing Jharra in their legs. Although associated with its distinctive costume, musical instruments and prosody, some have expressed concern that Kaura is losing its authenticity due to perversions introduced by commercialization and external influence, while others have been more optimistic deeming the changes a natural part of the cultural evolution and increasing popularity.[1] New York 2019](/weird-wikipedia/img/c/77/770f0aa7cfe8603b.jpg) Kauda/Chudka dance performance at Everest Day New York 2019 | |
| Native name | कौडा/ चुड्का |
|---|---|
| Genre | Nepalese folk dance |
| Inventor | Gurung/Magar |
| Origin | Tanahu, Western Nepal |
Kaura, also known as Kauda and Chudka, is a folk musical performance indigenous to the Western hilly regions of Nepal mostely famous among Gurung, Magar, Dura, Darai, Kumal . Kauda was belived to be developed in Rodhi Culture system.
The Kauda is a traditional dance form, originated in Western part of Nepal where community like Gurung, Magar,Dura, Darai,Kumal resides. It typically involves rhythmic movements accompanied by traditional music, often performed during festivals or cultural celebrations to showcase the community's heritage and identity.
References
References
- Ghartimagar, Manoj. "Kaura losing authenticity with time". My City. Retrieved 2019-12-10.