Guru Rewben Mashangva is a Thankul Naga from Ukhrul district in Manipur, India and is the leading exponent of Hao music.
He is a folk singer, musician, composer, researcher and guide for the preservation and development of tribal folk music with over two decades of experience in the field. He wears the traditional hair do called Haokuirat
Guru Rewben Mashangva performs on the the Tingtelia (Pena), a violin type instrument which took him 7 years to modify to suit his music, as well as the modern acoustic guitar and harmonica.
He received the National Tribal Award 2011-12, for his contribution to the development of tribal music from the Ministry of Tribal Affairs, Government of India.
Discography
Tantivy (1999)
Naga Folk Blues
Creation
Our Story (2012)
Author: Angel Romero
Angel Romero y Ruiz has dedicated his life to musical exploration. His efforts included the creation of two online portals, worldmusiccentral.org and musicasdelmundo.com. In addition, Angel is the co-founder of the Transglobal World Music Chart, a panel of world music DJs and writers that celebrates global sounds. Furthermore, he delved into the record business, producing world music studio albums and compilations. His works have appeared on Alula Records, Ellipsis Arts, Indígena Records and Music of the World.
