Palam (folk song)
Palam (Nepali: पालाम) or Pallam (Nepali: पाल्लाम) is a type of Nepalese folk song sung by Limbu people.[1] It is sung in various cultural gatherings and events such as marriage, festivals, carnivals. etc. It is typically sung while dancing Dhan Nach.[2] Palam is sung step by step as a question and answer session between the boy and the girl. Palam contains various subjects such as origin of creation, from the evolution of human civilization to love.[3]
| Palam | |
|---|---|
 | |
| Native name | पालाम |
| Stylistic origins | Folk music |
| Cultural origins | Limbuwan region |
Historically, no instrument was used while singing Palam but nowadays, modern as well as traditional instruments are used.[1]
References
- "'गीत गाउन... अनुरोध गरेँ है !'". GorakhaPatra. Retrieved 2022-03-01.
- "लिम्बू समुदायको लोकप्रिय 'धान नाच' लोप हुँदै". sancharkarmi (in Nepali). Retrieved 2022-03-01.
- "धाननाच जोगाउने चिन्ता". धाननाच जोगाउने चिन्ता. Retrieved 2022-03-01.
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