Hakthoi Phuoitong tells a traditional narrative about two orphans, Udoi and Liendoi. In this story, Udoi and Liendoi are hated by the rest of the village. But, when the goddess Fapite visits, she chooses to stay with them. Fatipe shows the orphans how to find food in the forest. He is a male Hrangkhol speaker from North Cachar Hills in Assam (currently living in Zion village, Haflong), around 64 years old at the time of recording. He also speaks Bengali.

Hakthoi Phuoitong, a male Hrangkhol speaker from North Cachar Hills in Assam (currently living in Zion village, Haflong) tells the traditional story of Ralngam. In this story, Ralngam learns magic from his grandfather. Hakthoi is 64 at the time of recording, and also speaks Bengali.

Hakthoi Phuoitong tells the traditional story Denlikinthang. In this story, Denlikinthang is born to a virgin in Bomrang village. Denlikinthang later becomes the leader of a new village called Khozol. He is a male Hrangkhol speaker from North Cachar Hills in Assam (currently living in Zion village, Haflong), around 64 years old at the time of recording. He also speaks Bengali.

Hakthoi Phuoitong tells the traditional narrative about Mairingthang, an orphan who has to choose between his two girlfriends. He is a male Hrangkhol speaker from North Cachar Hills in Assam (currently living in Zion village, Haflong), around 64 years old at the time of recording. He also speaks Bengali.

Zeisingzong Ranglong, a male Ranglong speaker from the Barak Valley (currently living in Zuvichera) tells how the Ranglong came to inhabit Zuvichera village. He is 84 at the time of recording and is also a speaker of Bengali.

Zeisingzong Ranglong, a male speaker from the Barak Valley (currently living in Zuvichera village) tells the story of Ralngam. In this story, Ralngam learns magic and searches for his father. Zeisingzong is 84 at the time of recording and is also a speaker of Bengali.

Zeisingzong Ranglong tells the traditional narrative of Kaikongtepa. Zeisingzong is a male Ranglong speaker from the Barak Valley (currently living in Zuvichera village), around 84 years old at the time of recording. He is also a speaker of Bengali.

Chorpeichim Ranglong tells the story of Sakmatenu. She is a female Ranglong speaker living in Zuvichera village, around 60 years old at the time of recording.

Zeisingzong Ranglong tells a traditional narrative about twins named Suining and Rangvom. In this story, a Tuaiteng fruit turned into two babies, Suining and Rangvom, who grew up and got married. He is a male Ranglong speaker from the Barak Valley (currently living in Zuvichera village), around 84 years old at the time of recording. He is also a speaker of Bengali.

Banbuna Gangmei describes the traditional ceremonies of the Rongmei in the presence of other elders of Ngaselong village in Lakhipur subdivision of Cachar, Assam. He is 60 years old at the time of recording.

Gaingamlungpou, a native speaker of Rongmei, describes the traditional religion of the Rongmei. He is a resident of Ngaselong village in the Lakhipur subdivision of Cachar district of Assam. He is 67 years old at the time of recording.

Gangnga Kabui narrates the story of Asa and Macharung. He is a resident of Daksin Mohanpur, Cachar district, Assam. He is 73 years old at the time of recording.

Gangnga Kabui narrates the story of Taiguang, the Manipuri king, and Mamatuan. He is a resident of Daksin Mohanpur, Cachar district, Assam. He is 73 years old at the time of recording.

Performance of a traditional song in Chorei. The singer is about 80 years old at the time of recording.

Group performance of the traditional song Dikna la, a love song typically sung at weddings. This version has lyrics in Sakachep and Chorei and is accompanied by traditional instruments and dancing.

Group performance of Assam Ram 'Assam's land,' an original song composed by Sukumar Sakachep.

Group performance of Assam Ram 'Assam's land,' an original song composed by Sukumar Sakachep.

Performance of a traditional string instrument in Joy Kumar Sakachep's home in Jailen village, Karimganj District, Assam.

A native priest 'Ochai' dedicates food for the Puja festival in Jailen village, Karimganj District, Assam.

Group performance of the traditional song Daka daka, accompanied by traditional instruments.

Group performance of Dikna la, a traditional love song typically sung at weddings. This version is in Sakachep, accompanied by traditional instruments.

Group performance of the traditional song 'Louvat,' accompanied by traditional instruments. This song is typically sung while clearing jhum fields.

Group performance of the traditional song Pat la, 'cotton song,' which is typically sung during the autumn harvest.

A native priest 'Ochai' dedicates wine for the Puja festival in Jailen village, Karimganj District, Assam.