Moa Subong
Moa Subong | |
|---|---|
| Born | |
| Origin | Nagaland, India |
| Genres | Folk music, folk fusion |
| Occupations | Musician, instrument maker |
| Instruments | Bamhum, Tikzik |
| Award | Padma Shri (2023) |
Moa Subong is an Indian musician and instrument innovator from Nagaland, known for developing a bamboo wind instrument known as the Bamhum. In 2023, he was awarded the Padma Shri in the field of art (folk music).[1][2]
Career
Subong has worked in the promotion of Naga folk music.[3] Along with his wife, Arenla, he examined traditional Naga musical instruments after she was appointed as a folk music teacher. Observing limitations in the tonal range of some instruments, they developed a musical instrument known as the Bamhum.[4]
Subong is the founder of the band Abiogenesis, which he co-founded with his Arenla.[5]
Personal life
Subong is married to Arenla, who has been involved in teaching folk music.[4]
Awards and recognition
- 2023: Awarded the Padma Shri for his contributions to the field of art.[6]
References
- ↑ "Two from Nagaland conferred Padma Shri". MorungExpress. 27 January 2023. Retrieved 2026-02-19.
- ↑ "Moa Subong receives Padma Shri Award from President Murmu". Nagaland Tribune. 2023-04-06. Retrieved 2026-02-19.
- ↑ "Neihunuo Sorhie, Moa Subong from nagaland conferred Padma Sh". Eastern Mirror. Retrieved 2026-02-19.
- 1 2 Longkumer, Purnungba (9 April 2023). "Family and well-wishers welcome Moa Subong". Eastern Mirror. Retrieved 2026-02-19.
- ↑ "Music with Moa Subong". The Hindu. 2017-08-13. ISSN 0971-751X. Retrieved 2026-02-21.
- ↑ Post, Nagaland (2023-04-05). "Prez confers Padma Shri to Moa Subong". Retrieved 2026-02-21.
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