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There are many types of folk songs. Some of them are as follows:

Ritual songs : Rateuali, Balan, Chhaiti, marriage, etc.
Festival songs : Deusi-Bhailo, Teej, Holi, Jhijhiya, etc.

Prayer songs : Mangal Dhun, Bhajan, etc.
Caste related : Dohari, Rodi, Maruni, Sangini, Sorathi

Common songs : Jhyaure, Purbeli, etc.

Folk songs are so heart touching that these can make a person burst into tears if
feels bad and jump with joy, if they get excited people in the past used to entertain
and refresh through these folk songs.
To get more Nepali songs you can visit: www.npsongs.com

Folk Music and Instrument

Folk music is used to support the folk song. This music is played by different folk
instruments. Such as Panchaibaja (combination of five different instruments like
Nagara, Sanai, Damaha, Tyamko and Jhyali), Sorangi, Murali, Madal, Binayo,
Murchunge, etc. The very common and natural folk musical support is clapping.
We clap and begin to dance when songs touch our heart.

Folk Tunes

There are many popular folk tunes in Nepal. They represent special occasions and
ceremonies in Nepalese societies. For example, Malshree Dhun is played during
Nawaratri. Other tunes are Maruni, Sorathi, Kaura, Chanchari, Kawra, etc.
These are tunes of National songs, National anthem, etc. Some National songs
are very popular in Nepalese society.

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