The left branch dons a fresh attire,
Nature's melody reborn with choir,
As rustling leaves sing in the breeze,
The wind's symphony now richer, with ease.
Bordoichila's might, sets spirits free,
As minds take flight with youthful glee,
Spring breaks inertia's stubborn prank,
Shaking Cho't and awakening Bohag with vibrant frank.
The spirit of youth comes alive,
With Bihu's arrival, passion thrives,
The black cuckoo's honeyed song,
Foxtail orchids bloom, as we dance along.
Bohag greets artistes and artisans in tow,
Their works ready to flaunt and show,
Craftswomen weave Bihuwan,
Nature's youthful dawn, vivid scenery drawn.
Days of Bohag, a sight to behold,
With fragrant flowers, tales untold,
Dhuliya's beats of Dhol resound,
Pepa, Gogona, Baahi,Bin,Nagada, Xutuli, Toka, Taal and Khol found.
Nasonis hold Xoru Doiya Japi and wear,
Muga-Riha, Negheri chignon with flair.
Youthful fervor, yeah the Bihuwa-Bihuwatis are genuinely cultural preserver.
They bring harmony together
They are real griders in making cultural pillars.
Oh, how the heart swells with pride,
As we celebrate this vibrant tide,
Bihu, the festival of life,
Brings together all in rhyming delight.
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Author:
Mottakeenur Rehman (
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- Comment from author about the poem: ব’হাগ (Bohag) - The Assamese term for the month of April, which marks the beginning of the Assamese New Year or the Spring Season. বৰদৈচিলা (Bordoichila)- 'Bordoichila' is an Assamese word native to the state of Assam in Northeastern India. The storm 'Bordoichila' is experienced every year in the Spring, pre-monsoon season, which refers to the wild wind that is accompanied by heavy rains and thunderstorms and it marks the beginning of monsoon. According to the local folklore of Assam, before the arrival of spring, the married woman by the name of 'Bordoichila' goes to her maternal home and mind you; she is in a hurry and hence throws everything out of her way. The action of the lady going to her mother's in a way, speaks about the spirits of the people of Assam, very eagerly waiting for the spring festival Bihu' or 'Baisakhi' to be celebrated. As the folk song says 'Bohag' the spring season comes to her mother's home, Assam disguised as 'Bordoichila'. চ’ত (Cho't) - It is the last month of Assamese calender. বিহু (Bihu) - The Assamese term for the harvest festival, which is celebrated thrice a year - Bohag Bihu in April, Magh Bihu in January, and Kati Bihu in October. Bihu is the symbol of Assamese cultural unity, and represents the spirit of Assam, in an otherwise diverse ethno-economic composition. The most important part of Bihu is its cultural aspect. Its music, dances, songs, musical instruments etc. All of them disclose the unique Assamese character and this is how become the identity of the growing global Assamese community. #Local Musical Instruments used in Bihu: 1. Dhol Considered to be the most important Musical instrument of Assamese Folk culture, Dhol is a very crucial part of any festival of almost all tribes of Assam. Assamese Bihu and Husari are incomplete without Dhol .The Dhol playing always takes the lead in Bihu and Husari. There are different types of Dhols are used by different communities of Assam in different occasions. 2. Pepa Pepa is one of the most important and delightful Musical instruments of Assamese Bihu. Its unknown how Pepa was introduced to Bihu. Pepa is generally played by a young Bihuwas (A male Bihu artist) . When the Pepuwa (the Pepa player) plays, the rest accompany him by clapping hands and playing the Toka. The Dhol is played with less intensity , so that the Pepuwa get the most importance. Pëpa is known by different names in different tribal communities of Assam, such as , the Missings call it ‘Pempa’, The Dimasas ‘xuri’ the Rabhas ‘Singra’ and the tea tribe calls it ‘Pepati’. 3. Gogona Gogona is an instrument which held in the mouth to play. Its a contribution of the Mongolian culture. Its made of Bamboo, and requires high level of workmanship. Gogona is known by different names. According the size, Gogonas are named differently, such as Lihiri Gogona, Rmdhon Gogona, xaliki Gogona, etc. Apart from being extensively used in Bihu of Assam, almost all Mogoloid and Kirat tribes of Assam use Gogona in the folk music. Now a days it is compulsory for a Bihuwati,(A female Bihu perfomer) to play Gogona in stage competitions. 4. Baahi Baahi is primarily an instrument of Vaisnavite culture of Assam. It is extensively used in different forms of Assamese folk and is one of the principal instruments of Bihu. The Baahi is also known as Muruli, Benu, Bäxee, etc in different parts of Assam. Almost all the tribes of Assam uses Bähee in their folk music 5. Taal Taal is a percussion instrument used in a pair, is made of bell metal. Taal of different sizes and shape are used in almost all forms of folk music of the region. The tribes of Assam also used different varieties of Taal in their indigenous folk music. These varieties of Taal are known as ‘Jotha’ among the Bodos, ‘Sengso’ among the Karbis, ‘Lupi’ among the Missings etc. 6. Xutuli Xutuli is the instrument which looks like the half moon. Xutuli are believed to be existing since the time beyond history. These types of instruments tries to imitate the sound of animals and birds and produce the sound of a flute. In the Assamese folk culture, people believe that the sound of Xutuli invites rain. In Bohag Bihu , Xutuli has importance of its own. Initially, the Ggorokhiya lora (cowboy’s) used Xutuli as a toy, because of ease of construction . Xutuli is played by both boy and girls in Bihu , but most importantly Xutuli is an indispensable part of Jeng Bihu and Bihuwati dances, and predominantly played by girls. Now a days every Bihuwati is desired be an accomplished Xutuli player 7. Toka – The Bamboo Slapstick. The primary beat of Bihu music was kept by clapping hands, which finally led to development of instruments like toka. Toka is very popular and easily available musical instrument used in Assamese folk Music. The Bodo tribe of Assam called this ‘Thorka’. There are three types of Toka’s used in Assamese Folk music – and each type is slightly different in construction. 8. Bin Bin is like the violin. Its one of the oldest traditional musical instruments of Assam. Apart from Bihu, Boiragi’s (vagabond singing monks) also use been with their mystical songs. Bin is also played along with ‘ Kuxan gaan’ a folk music of the Goalpara region of Assam, but the call is ‘Bena’ in Goalporia. Though the Bin has been an indispensable part of Bihu originally, It has become quite rare now a days. 9. Khol Khol is also a percussion instrument and looks very similar to dhol. The instrument is made from clay, with one end having a small head, while the other one having a larger head. It is usually played with both the hands and is strung from the neck using a band. 10. Nagada The other name of a Nagada is kettle drums that are played with sticks and usually accompanies the Shehnai. *Other Assamese Terms: Bihuwan- A piece of cloth, especially a gamosa presented to an elder with respect or a junior with love on the day of Bihu. Bihuwa- Male Bihu dancer Nasoni/Bihuwati- Female Bihu dancer Xoru Doiya Japi- This well embroidered traditional headgear (japi) is made of strips of bamboo and a special kind of dried palm leaves locally known as 'tokow-pat'. Dhuliya - Who plays a traditional drum, which is played during Bihu celebrations. Muga-Riha - Traditional Assamese attire made of silk. Negheri- A type of traditional hairdo worn by women during Bihu celebrations.
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so informative, thank you! dear Poet
(but video is not playing for me for some reason)
Thanks a lot for your comment !
Sir now you could check..the problem is solved.
amazing .. I close my eyes and am back in India again ..
A poem speaks a lot🙏🙂Thank You Sir!...
Wonderful words and information Mottakeenur.
Andy
🙏🙏🙏Thank You!
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