Ampati: A five-day workshop on crafting and playing techniques of Traditional Musical Instruments organised by the Department of Arts & Culture began at Ampati Multi-Facility Centre, here on Monday.
The department is organising such workshops in all districts across the state to preserve and promote the traditional musical instruments and to teach young generations the art of crafting and playing these instruments.
Speaking at the programme, South West Garo Hills Deputy Commissioner Cyril Darlong Diengdoh expressed his pride about the rich heritage and culture of the people of the state and said that it is important to expose our younger generations to the dying forms of art and culture and ensure that the knowledge of their own traditional musical instruments is transferred to the students and youths.
He also made a suggestion to the Education Department to see how traditional musical instruments can be used in the school curriculum, like SUPW classes, making it more interesting for the students.
