Abstract

Dāphā music is a sacred singing among the Newar communities of Nepal. The music has been passed down through centuries. The article captures the lived experience of learning ancient music and exploring the spiritual, cultural and ritualistic elements. The research journal aims to contribute to the understanding of dāphā music in depth. Also, it makes us aware of the importance of this intangible cultural heritage, which is on the verge of extinction because of modernisation.