Jabro
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A lively folk dance of the Changpa nomads of the Changthang plateau, performed at Losar and other celebrations.
FolkWhere: Changthang, eastern LadakhOccasion: Losar (Ladakhi New Year), weddings and community gatherings
| Performed by | Men and women of Changpa herding communities, in lines |
|---|---|
| Costume | Heavy woollen gonchas (robes), sheepskin cloaks, women's turquoise-studded perak headdresses |
| Music and instruments | Songs sung by the dancers, sometimes with flute and drum |
How it is performed
- Men and women stand in two lines or a semicircle, holding hands or linking arms.
- They sing in turn, one group answering the other.
- The dancers stamp and step together, moving forward and back with the rhythm.
- The pace quickens as the song goes on.
Significance
Jabro expresses the joy and community life of the nomadic herders of Ladakh's high plateau.