Kottuvom
Kottuvom is a traditional folk art form originating from the Tamil Nadu region of India. It is a vibrant and dynamic performance characterized by rhythmic clapping, chanting, and energetic movements. The performers, often a group of men, engage in synchronized actions that are believed to ward off evil spirits and invoke blessings. The primary instrument used in Kottuvom is the human hand, with performers creating complex percussive patterns through clapping.
The performances typically take place during festivals, religious ceremonies, and other auspicious occasions. The chants accompanying