Bhangra Music

Bhangra Music

1. Folk dance music from India and Pakistan

2. Often combined with reggae, rap and rock

3. Originated from the Punjab region of India

4. Combined with western pop music

5. Uses a dhol - drum made from a large wooden shell

6. Dhol provides the bass part

7. Lyrics are sung in Punjabi

8. Lyrics are about love, relationships, money, dancing, drinking and being merry

9. Simple harmony with one or two repeated chords

10. Tabla = small drums placed on the floor

11. Dholak = double headed drum slung over the shoulder