Tharu music

Tharu music is a traditional folk genre from the Tharu community of Nepal and northern India. It reflects the community’s rural lifestyle, festivals, and rituals, often featuring rhythmic percussion, flutes, and vocal storytelling. The music emphasizes communal participation, celebrating seasonal changes, harvests, and cultural beliefs. Its melodies are typically lively and danceable, serving both entertainment and spiritual purposes. Tharu music preserves oral traditions and cultural identity, acting as a vital link to the community’s history and social values through acoustic instruments and expressive singing.