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Liwa

Liwa is a music genre that emerged in Iran. It is usually classed as a form of Khaliji and Arabic folk music. Explore key artists and related styles.

About Liwa

Liwa is a music genre that emerged in Iran. It is usually classed as a form of Khaliji and Arabic folk music.

From Wikipedia

Līwa (Arabic: ليوه / ALA-LC: laywah) is a Khaleeji traditional dance of African origin performed in Eastern Arabia (Arab states of the Persian Gulf), mainly within communities of descendants of people from the Swahili Coast (Tanzania and Zanzibar). It is also performed by the African-descended Sheedi community, as well as the Baloch of Makran Coast and Karachi area.

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What is Liwa?

Liwa is a music genre that emerged in Iran. It is usually classed as a form of Khaliji and Arabic folk music.

Where and when did Liwa originate?

Liwa originated in Iran.

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