Musical traditions of India’s Untouchables in danger of dying out
By Produced by Adam PogoffMusical traditions of India’s Untouchables in danger of dying out
By Produced by Adam Pogoff
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The Merasi are a group of Untouchables, the lowest caste in India. They’ve been singing and playing music for higher caste patrons for the past 2,000 years. The songs are mystical and mesmerizing, and they’re in danger of dying out. Now, there’s an effort to keep them alive. Independent producer Adam Pogoff brings us this report.