Tibetan music often involves chanting in Tibetan or Sanskrit, as an integral part of the religion. These chants are complex, often recitations of sacred texts or in celebration of various festivals. Yang chanting, performed without metrical timing, is accompanied by resonant drums and low, sustained syllables. Other styles include those unique to the various schools of Tibetan Buddhism, such as the classical music of the popular Gelugpa school, and the romantic music of the Nyingmapa, Sakyapa and Kagyupa schools. COUNT 4
QSN1 In what languages is Tibetan music often chanted in? ANS1 Tibetan or Sanskrit QSN2 What do the chants often contain? ANS2 recitations of sacred texts QSN3 What type of chanting is performed without metrical timing? ANS3 Yang QSN4 What type of music comes from the popular Gelugpa school? ANS4 classical