Faces of the Forest: The Santals of West Bengal

Synopsis: Looks at the aboriginal community of the Santals, its social habits, religious ceremonies, and the day-to-day life of a village situated at the borders of West Bengal and Bihar. Rich in traditional songs, dances and drum rhythms, the Santal faith belongs to the type of animism in which nature and the elements play prominent roles.
Series: Music and Society: Asian Insights, Series
Language: English
Country: Great Britain
Medium: Video; Videocassette. VHS. col. 30 min.
Year of production: 1994
Availability: Sale; 1995 sale: £29.95 (+VAT +p&p)
Documentation: Accompanying booklet.
Subjects: Anthropology; Music
Keywords: animism; Bengal; ethnomusicology; religious belief and practice

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