Conch, the election symbol of the Biju Janata Dal, has become a catalyst for promotion of a traditional folk dance form named ‘Jodi Sankha’ from Ganjam district.
About:
Region: Jodi Sankha is a unique folk dance native to Ganjam District of Orissa.
Features:
Jodi Sankha, which literally means Double Conch, is a combined presentation of rural music along with Badya and Nrutya.
Most noteworthy part is the harmony between the modulation of the conch and the physical movements of the artists.
This dance form had a martial arts beginning as it needs high stamina.
Performers: It is performed mainly by non-Aryans embellished in colorful costumes.
Instruments: The main accompanying instruments include Changu- Baja and Mahuri; combined with the thrills of the conch present an emotional Orchestra of rural music.
Events during which performed: Sound of conch is considered auspicious and these troupes traditionally performed at religious functions, marriages and other processions.
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