Santal folk music

Santal folk music reflects the rich cultural heritage of the Santal people, an indigenous community from India and Bangladesh. It features traditional instruments like the nagara drum, mandal (a type of drum), and bamboo flutes, creating rhythmic and melodic foundations. Songs often celebrate nature, ancestral spirits, festivals, and daily life, blending storytelling with spiritual themes. The music is characterized by repetitive patterns, call-and-response vocals, and vibrant rhythms, which foster community bonding and cultural identity. Rooted in oral tradition, Santal folk music plays a vital role in preserving their history, beliefs, and social values across generations.