Let’s go to Kerala and percuss with Panchari melam….
A couple of days ago we sang “Dhe Dhe,” a rollicking song from India’s southern Tamil Nadu state. The recording of the song we made for the All Around This World: South and Central Asia CD features fantastic drumming that reminds me of Panchari melam — learn about them here — a percussion ensemble that is performed during religious festivals in neighboring Kerala. This video will make you feel like you’re there.
