History
Serpent-worship song tradition of Pulluva communities, linked to fertility and protective rites.
Music Traditions
Pulluvan Pattu
Ritual serpent songs of the Pulluvan community with distinctive string instruments.
About
Pulluvan Pattu is performed by the Pulluvan community for serpent worship. Characteristic instruments and melodic chanting mark rites in sacred groves and homes.
Category
Music Traditions
Type
Ritual song
Notes
Pulluvan serpent song tradition
Where to see
Sarpa kavu and household ceremonies
Origin district
Central and southern Kerala, especially serpent-grove (sarpa kavu) regions.
Community/tradition
Pulluva community ritual singers.
Costume
Traditional mundu/veshti and festival upper cloth, or community festive dress.
Makeup
None.
Musical instruments
Pulluvan veena (string pot) and pulluvan kudam.
Performance occasions
Sarpa kavu rites and related household rituals.
Famous artists
Leading ensemble masters and traditional singers of the repertoire.
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