The songs and music of a community which remain uninfluenced by any sophisticated musical rules or any standard music styles are basically called folk music. Bangladesh has a heritage of rich folk music which includes both religious and secular songs. Folk music has some significant characteristics. It is composed by rural folk based on ancient rules transmitted orally. Classical or modern music have not influenced these ancient rules of music. No regular practice is vital for folk music. It is basically composed and performed by illiterate or semi-literate rural people. The culture and the lifestyle of the different tribes have also influenced folk music. Tribes like the Santal, Garo, Hajong, Chakma, Monipuri, Tripuri, Marma etc. have immense influence on ethnic Bengali culture and lifestyle. The interaction has been clearly reflected in the richness of folk music. Folk songs may be sung individually or in chorus. Folk songs sung individually include Baul, Bhatiyali, Murshidi, Marfati, while songs sung in chorus include Kabigan, Leto, Alkap and Gambhira. In Banglesh, folk music is losing its appeal to young guys day by day. Modern pop or band songs are greatly influencing the common folk's tastes. Government should take some steps to retain our old heritage and culture.
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