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Imnasenla
Li is a folk song form practiced by the Chokri people known as Chakhesang tribesmen of Nagaland. Lis are unique and specific to the agrarian lifestyle of the people. Some lis are accompanied by musical instruments, the most notable of which is the indigenous instrument known as the libuh. The…
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Toshinaro Imchen
  Since time immemorial, Nagas have been known to love music and it has remained an integral part of every occasion. It is believed that Naga ancestors often communicated with one another by singing in different tunes and expressions. Though Naga history lacks written records, oral history passed…
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Peter Vero
  Li is a way of life. It is popularly sung at festivals and is also a form of folk media through which cultural values are passed down through generations. I talked about the dying art of the Chokri Li (folk songs) with my friend Mr Ruyosuyi D.Vadeo. We discussed how unfortunate it is that this…
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Imnasenla
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Imnasenla
  Nagaland, the land of festivals is a vibrant state in the northeastern part of India. The state is known for its love for music and has indigenous musical instruments. The oral tradition is kept alive through folk media with a vast repository of tales and songs. Naga folk songs are both romantic…
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