A community of people called Manganiyars is well-known for their

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A community of people called Manganiyars is well-known for their

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Manganiyars are a community of Muslim musicians from the state of Rajasthan in North-West India. They are well-known for their musical tradition, which includes both vocal and instrumental music. The Manganiyars traditionally performed for the Rajput royalty and the wealthy patrons of Rajasthan. They play a variety of instruments, including the sarangi, dholak, kamaycha, and algoza, and their repertoire includes both classical and folk music. They are particularly known for their renditions of Sufi and Bhakti music. The Manganiyar tradition has been passed down through generations, with young boys learning music from their fathers and grandfathers.