Duffmuttu
Duffmuttu is also known as Aravanamuttu. It is a group performance popular among
the Muslims of Malabar. Duffmuttu is staged as a social event during festivals
and nuptial ceremonies.
The artistes beat on a quaint round percussion instrument called the Duffu,
the leader of the group sings the lead, while the others form the chorus and
move in circles. The songs are often tributes to martyrs, heroes and saints.
Duffmuttu can be performed at any time of the day and has no fixed time limit.