Villu paatu

Villu paatu is closely associated with the folk religious practices of Southern Tamil Nadu. Both men and women folk from various communities performs Villu paatu. The lead singer sings and narrate the respective myth of the deity along with musical instruments like Kattai, Jalra and Uduku. The main function of Villu paatu performance is to invoke the spirit of the deity. The performers sit semi circle in front of the bow. The length of the bow is around seven feet and its middle portion is bent. This is called Villu i.e. Bow . The lead singer commences Villu paatu. He offers Pooja to all the musical instruments. He holds a small rod in his hands while singing. He gives rhythmic taps to the strings attached to the bow to produce music. Generally villupaatu is performed through out the night during the annual folk religious festival.