Considered by many to be the mother of modern-day
Baithak Gana
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Baithak Gana is a form of music originating in Suriname by the Indian community. Baithak is a social gathering. It is a mix of Bhojpuri folk songs with other Caribbean influences. It is similar to Chutney music that ...
, Dropati was introduced to the Indian music industry in the Caribbean by way of her album ''Let's Sing and Dance''.
Produced in 1968, the album includes captivating wedding folk songs that easily transport the listener to colorful Indian village weddings dating centuries before Dropati's time.
Dropati's drummer was Sahadat Chedi, who was also the drummer for
Ramdew Chaitoe, and many renowned Suriname
Baithak Gana
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Baithak Gana is a form of music originating in Suriname by the Indian community. Baithak is a social gathering. It is a mix of Bhojpuri folk songs with other Caribbean influences. It is similar to Chutney music that ...
artists.
Notes and references
Surinamese musicians
Surinamese Hindus
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