Deepak Gandharba sings in the courtyard of a wealthy Kathmandu home. (John Bishop/GlobalPost)
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The sarangee, seen slung around this Gandharba’s back, is an iconic symbol of Nepali culture. (John Bishop/GlobalPost)
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Gandharbas wait to be let into a wealthy home. (John Bishop/GlobalPost)
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Female Gandharbas who can play the sarangee are rare in Kathmandu. (John Bishop/GlobalPost)
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Durga Gandhari sings a greeting song to the owners of the house, calling them outside. (John Bishop/GlobalPost)
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Sanu Kanchha Gandharba and his son Kishwor. Kishwor hopes to study agriculture or forestry in university. (John Bishop/GlobalPost)
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Sherpa children from a well off family enjoy the music. (John Bishop/GlobalPost)
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A young Gandharba girl dances for the crowd. (John Bishop/GlobalPost)
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For many young Gandharbas, Tihar is the only time of the year when they wander from house to house. (John Bishop/GlobalPost)
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Young Hindu girls in their holiday finest are drawn by the music. (John Bishop/GlobalPost)
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The group walks with their instruments to the next house. (John Bishop/GlobalPost)
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