Traditions
The musical forms of Bangladesh, with how endangered each one is judged to be. Sub-forms are listed under their parent.
- Traditions documented
- 30
- Main forms
- 25
- At risk
- 10
Critically endangered · provisional
Alkap
Practice is very limited and continuity needs urgent support.
Endangered · provisional
Bichar gan
Declining practice and learning opportunities put continuity at risk.
Endangered · provisional
Gazir gan
Declining practice and learning opportunities put continuity at risk.
Critically endangered · provisional
Ghatu
Practice is very limited and continuity needs urgent support.
Vulnerable · provisional
Jatra songs
Practice continues, but its continuity faces growing difficulties.
Endangered · provisional
Kobigan
Declining practice and learning opportunities put continuity at risk.
Endangered · provisional
Manasamangal
Declining practice and learning opportunities put continuity at risk.
Vulnerable · provisional
Puthi recitation
Practice continues, but its continuity faces growing difficulties.