Tur and thali dance
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A tribal group dance of Dadra and Nagar Haveli, danced to the beat of the tur, a drum, and the ringing of a brass thali (plate).
TribalWhere: Dadra and Nagar HaveliOccasion: Festivals, weddings and community celebrations
| Performed by | Men and women of the tribal villages, in groups |
|---|---|
| Costume | Traditional village dress with bead and silver ornaments |
| Music and instruments | The tur (a cylindrical drum) and a brass thali struck with a stick, with singing |
How it is performed
- One musician beats the tur while another strikes the brass thali to keep the rhythm.
- The dancers form rows or a circle, often holding each other at the waist or shoulders.
- They step and sway in unison to the beat, changing direction and speed with the drum.
- Songs in the local tribal language accompany the dance.
Significance
Dances like the tur and thali keep alive the music, songs and togetherness of the tribal villages of the territory and are performed at cultural festivals in Silvassa.