1.2 Name of the element, as used by the community or group concerned
Nagar kirtan
1.3 Short, maximally informative title (including indication of domain(s))
Kirtan is basically a type of song that combines the characteristics or praises of the gods. People of Hindu Community sing this song. Every morning in the month of Damodar, kirtan groups go out in the city. They dance and sang 'Hore Krishna' Song.. As this kirtan is performed very early in the morning, it’s known as Nagar Kirtan. This Kirton is performed in Trishal upazila of Mymensingh region. in Mymensingh.
1.4 Community(ies)/group(s) that recognize the element as part of their cultural heritage
Hindu community in Mymensingh region.
1.5 Physical location(s) of the element/how often it is practiced
This Kirton is performed in Trishal upazila of Mymensingh region. in Mymensingh.
1.6 Short description (max. 200words)
Nagar kirtan
Kirtan is basically a type of song that combines the characteristics or praises of the gods. People of Hindu Community sing this song. Every morning in the month of Damodar, kirtan groups go out in the city. This year Karthik Masa or Damodar month is beginning from 31 Oct 2020 till 30 Nov 2020 (Purnima System). They dance and sang 'Hore Krishna' Song. They clap and sing. They also use musical instruments during the song. Goes from house to house and collects pranami. As this kirtan is performed very early in the morning, it’s known as Nagar Kirtan. Everyone travels the city barefoot and sings 'Hare Krishna' song. That sound is very sweet. Prasad is given to everyone at the end of kirtan song.
The main part of the song is as follows:
Hore Krishno, Hore Krishno,
Krishno Krishno, Hore Hore.
Hore Ram, Hore Ram,
Ram Ram, Hore Hore.
Musical Instruments:
Kortal, Dhul
1.7 Domain of the element (select one or more/suggest alternative domain)
2. Characteristics of the element
2.1 Practitioners(s)/performer(s): roles, age, gender, social status, and/or professional category etc)
Name: partha Modak
Artist of kirtan songs
Age: 27
Gender: Male
Name: Dulu Devnath
Main Artist of kirtan song
Age: 55
Gender: Male
2.2 Other tradition bearers (individuals/groups and their roles)
Musical Instruments:
Kortal, Dhul
Dhoti Panjabi is used as the costume of this song.
2.5 Associated intangible elements (if any)
Folk Believe: Singing this song removes sin.
2.6 How are women and people of other genders associated with this ICH element
people of genders associated with this song. Men and women sing this song equally.
2.7 Division of labour during the practice of aforementioned ICH element
All people of associated with this song. Men and women sing this song equally.
2.8 Customary practices governing access to the element or to aspects of it
No
2.9 Modes of transmission
This song is spread through the mouths of other communities through devotion.
2.10 Organizations concerned (non-governmental organizations and others)
No
3. State of the element (viability)
3.1 Threats to the enactment (if any)
The original melody of this song is getting lost in the mix of modern songs.
3.2 Threats to the transmission (if any)
No
3.3 Threat to associated tangible elements and resources (if any)
No
3.4 Viability of associated intangible elements (if any)
People's devotion is decreasing day by day. For that reason, Many people don't like to listen to this song very early in the morning.
3.5 Safeguarding measures in place (if any)
Lessons on various scriptures are organized to instill devotion in people.
4. Data gathering/documentation, Consent and preparation of inventory entries
4.1 Consent of community/group/individuals concerned for data collection with a view to inventorying
Permission has been obtained from the community to use all this information.
4.2 Restrictions, if any, on use of data collected
No. All viewers can watch this song.
5. Resource Person
5.1 Persons/groups, including community representatives
1) Name: partha Modak
Artist of kirtan songs
Age: 27
Gender: Male
2) Name: Dulu Devnath
Main Artist of kirtan song
Age: 55
Gender: Male
5.2 Date(s) and place(s) of data gathering
Date : 2020-11-16 Place(s) : 16 November, 2020
6. Safeguarding techniques
6.1 Existing safeguarding techniques in the community for the safeguarding of the ICH element
Various religious discussions are held in the community to keep the kirtan alive.
6.2 Suggestions for safeguarding of the ICH element from the community
The people of the community asked everyone to read the scriptures so that the sense of religion is awakened in the people.
7. References to literature, discography, audiovisual materials or archives
7.1 References to/in literature
References:
1) Shamsuzzaman Khan, Folksongs of Bangladesh: A Fieldwork-based Survey, 2016, Bangla Academy, DHaka.
2) Fieldwork, Mymensingh region, 16 November 2020.
7.2 Audiovisual materials or archives
Audiovisual materials collected through fieldwork.
7.3 Discography or archives
Mobile, Google Drive.
8. Modalities for updating the information contained in the inventory entry
8.1 Persons/groups, including community representatives, who compiled the inventory entry
The identity of the head of the community is given below:
Name: Dulu Devnath
Main Artist of kirtan song
Age: 55
Gender: Male
8.2 Consent of community/group/individuals concerned for data collection with a view to inventorying
Consent has been obtained from community head Dulu Devnath for Data collection. The consent letter mentions this consent.
8.3 Date of community consent to include the entry on an inventory
2020-11-16
8.4 Present condition of the cultural element
Becoming less
9. Community suggestions
(a)Brief description of suggestions for safeguarding of the element by community members/experts/holders, if any
The people of the community asked everyone to read the scriptures so that the sense of religion is awakened in the people. Through which kirtan songs will get protection. Besides, Dulu Devnath (Main Artist of kirtan song) said, people of all religions should read religious texts.
(b)Brief description of restrictions on use of data collected, if any