In
Bastar, the
Muria and
Sing Maria tribes are known for the songs called
relo, which are sung by children. The same region is home to the
dhankul songs associated with invoking
Danteshwari, a goddess, and the seasonal
chait parah. Around
Jagdalpur,
leha songs are popular. They are sung as part of a ritual for the departure of a loved one. The
Kamar people are known for a kind of
marriage song, often addressed to legendary
trumpeter
Moharia.
Bundelkhand and
Baghelkand, home of the Baghelas, are a land known for semi-historical songs devoted to
Hardaul and other deities. Many songs in this area were written by the poet
Isuri.
Pai songs are sung, accompanied by the
saira dance, during the rainy season. In the south of
Nimad, philosophical
nirguni lavani and ertoci
shringari lavani songs are popular. The same area, as well as
Malwa, are inhabited by the musically inclined
Adivasi people. Various kinds of drums are found throughout Madhya Pradesh. These include the large drums of Bastar, the
dhols and
maandals played by the
Bhils, the Muria
parang and the
ghera,
damahu,
timki,
tasa,
chang and
dphala. The
bans is an instrument unique to Madhya Pradesh, though it is similar to the
ayar kuzhal of the south. It is an aerophonic instrument about four feet in length, made of bamboo, and played by the Rawats. == Rock/metal music ==