Performance of the Arpo dance ritual, part 9
Description:
'Arpo' is a generic term for the naked dance ritual practiced in Chema village, Trashiyangtse, Bhutan. Mr. Karma Wangdi is well-known for his efforts to sustain these rituals in Chema village. In this recording, he describes the warriors, male and female, who accompanied king Gäser Gyelpo. This recording was done in the early hours of the day during a light rainfall.
Date:
June 19, 2022
Duration:
2 minutes 05 seconds
Creator:
Tshewang, Tashi
Partner:
UNT College of Information