MUSIC & DANCE The music and dance in Bangladesh can be divided into three distinct categories - classical, folk & modern. Folk music, nurtured through the ages by village poets, rich in devotional mysticism and love lore, are known in different names in different regions of the country. The most popular forms are Bhatiali, Baul, Marfati, Murshidi and Bhawaiya. Classical forms of the greater Indian Subcontinent have strong influence on Bangladeshi dance. The folk, tribal and Middle-Eastern traits can also be seen. Modern dance and music is loved by all, especially by the young people. There are a good number of music bands that perform regular shows in big cities. Among the tribal dances particularly popular are Monipuri, Jhoom, Bamboo and Santal.