There is not an iota of doubt that a tour to Rajasthan is incomplete without enjoying the Folk Music and Dances of Rajasthan. The music and dances of Rajasthan are so alluring and soothing to the heart. The northern state of Rajasthan has a very lively, extremely evolved tradition of performing arts carefully nurtured and sustained over hundreds of years. The art of folk music and dances is popular amongst the tribal people of Rajasthan. The colorful state of Rajasthan radiates with the spirit of folk music and dances. The stunning beauty of the landscape of Rajasthan coupled with the mesmerizing folk music and dances make Rajasthan a travel destination of immense popularity.

Music and dance were integral part of Rajasthan Royal court. This sophisticated style of folk music and dances has come a long way and are now popular with a large number of tourists visiting the state of Rajasthan.

The haunting ballads of Moomal Mahendra, Dhola - Maru and other legendary lovers and heroes are still sung by professional singers of Rajasthan. Though quite unusual, the musical instruments of Rajasthan are simple. The musicians make these instruments themselves. The instruments include Morchang, Naad, Sarangi, Kamayacha, Rawanhattha, Algoza, Khartal, Poongi, Bankia, and Daf. There are many more other instruments, which are unique to Rajasthan only.

Rajasthan is also famous for its folk dance. The Garasia tribes are veteran performers of the tribal dance. Walar is an important dance of the Garasias, which is a prototype of Ghoomar dance. The dances are performed to the accompaniment of the beats of the mandal, chang, and variety of other musical instruments, which provide a lively rhythm to the sequence.

Another v famous dance of Rajasthan is Ghoomar Dance, primarily a community dance for women. The dance is performed on auspicious occasions. A simple dance it involves the gentle movement of women in circles. During the Holi festival, the Bhil tribes perform Gair Ghoomar. This is among a few performances where both men and women dance together. Gair is another Holi dance but participated only by men folk. This is known as Dandia Gair in Jodhpur and Geendad in Shekhawati. Other prominent dance of the state is Fire Dance.