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Musical Forms Played in Nau Baja :
The various forms of musical compositions played in different Jatras and time are very similar with the climate and theme of the those Jatras. For example in Jatras like Pasa Charye and Bisket Nau Baja is played in Ghatu rhythm, and the Holi rhythm is played during Falgun Month. As these all the rhythm and forms of musical composition of Nau Baja is different in all seasons and Jatras/ Festivals of Newar Community. Some of the formations are as follows:
·         In Pasa Charye and Bisket Nau Baja is played Ghatu rhythm in the following formation:
‘…….. Thathi Jagu Ras Rang Tol Tawa Ram Han………’
·         At the time of cultivation of Newars in the Kathmandu Valley Sinajya Rhythm is used in following formation:
‘ Gopal Na Pane Mata Thani Sinajya Bane Nhya…..’
·         In the Spring season Basanta music is played with the feel of colors and beauty in the Chalti and Pratal rhythm :
‘ Shyam Sundar Basanta Balas Radha Wo Mhytal Banaa Vo..’
To play Nau Baja in fully it generally takes about 1hrs to 1 and half hrs however it can also be played in less time without repeating the instruments. At the beginning of playing Dha Lhayeu (offering to god) and at the end Aarati (lighting) is compulsory. This also shows the religious importance of Nau Baja and its space in Newari Culture.