He has been playing musical instruments for years and produces music for every form of Bundeli dance

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Chhattarpur: Bundelkhand is known for its rich cultural heritage and especially Bundelkhandi music, which forces people to dance to its tunes. Chandan Singh, a resident of Mausania in Chhatarpur, has made a significant contribution in keeping this cultural stream alive. Over the years, Chandan Singh has mastered the skill of producing music of every genre of Bundelkhandi dance with his traditional musical instrument.

Unique tunes are produced from old musical instruments
Chandan Singh produces such music from his old Nagdiya instrument that it mesmerizes the listeners. Nagdiya is an old traditional instrument, which is mainly used for Bundelkhandi folk songs and dance tunes. Chandan Singh plays music for all Bundelkhandi dances like Rai, Kachiyai, Lamtera, and Deewari from his instrument.

Dedication and attachment to tradition
Chandan Singh’s art encompasses the diversity of Bundelkhandi folk culture. The tunes coming out of his nagadiya not only keep the Bundelkhandi dance forms alive, but are also making a place in the hearts of the people. He roams around various places in Chhatarpur and exhibits his art and also runs his living expenses from this. This unique skill and dedication of Chandan Singh is making him viral on social media today, where people are appreciating his art.

Main forms of Bundeli dance

Rye Dance:
The traditional Rai folk dance of Bundelkhand is especially famous for the women dancing like mustard seeds. In this, the artists dance to the beats of traditional musical instruments like nagadia, dholak, jhika, and ramtula, in which they show unique energy and coordination.

Deewari Dance:
This dance depicts the art of war, which leaves the audience astonished. The maneuvers of the youth are worth watching, which make one feel as if they have not come out to celebrate Diwali but to win the battle field.

Artists like Chandan Singh are playing an important role in keeping the soul of Bundelkhandi culture alive. The music produced by their instruments and the tunes of Bundelkhandi dance not only keep the cultural heritage of this region alive, but also remain a source of inspiration for future generations.

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