Cambodia is a well known country in southeast Asia. Since ages the country has got a rich history as well as a richer cultural heritage. The country can boast of their cultural scenario. If you are a person who love to know about the culture of a place they are going to visit then you are sure to have a wonderful time in Cambodia. Thousands of tourists who have visited this beautiful country have nothing but the good things to say about the culture of Cambodia.
Music and dance go hand in dance in the culture of Cambodia. There are a number of classical Cambodian dance that are performed only at the royal courts. While there are other dances that are very popular in the villages. in the royal court the Royal Ballet perform the story of King Rama or Ramayana, a famous epic originated in India, through music and dances. The dance is often performed at the Royal courts as well as in the princely functions and festivals. The Khmer classical dance too is a popular dance form that has also gained popularity in Cambodia. Like the Royal Ballet this dance form too is performed at the royal courts.
During these dances a special music is played along the dance. This music is played by an orchestra that is well known as the pinpeat orchestra. This orchestra plays the traditional Cambodian instruments along with the dance. It is a percussive ensemble that is often used to accompany the classical dance forms. In the pinpeat orchestra a number of instruments are played the instruments include drums, gongs, xylophones and a number of other instruments. The xylophones are made form bamboo. Together they produce a distinct music that is very relaxing. You can have a great time listening to the pinpeat orchestra while in Cambodia.
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