I’d just come back from an Indian wedding reception of two Indian-Americans. I was talking to my Pakistani friend about what Pakistani receptions are like. I assumed they were similar. But I was surprised when she said they don’t play any American music. Of course the argument is that it is nnot in their culture but if the bride and groom were raised here then it is. Are there any other major differences than are non-religious?
Well it depends, I guess.
For example, a Pakistani-American bride and groom may like to play American music, but choose not to, in deference to their (usually elder) guests.
In other instances, the married couple may choose to have a separate reception only with their close friends & associates where they do play American music.
Overall, there is a greater likelihood of American music not being played. I don't think thats such a major difference though, because I can think of many others.
The man for whom law exists - the man of forms, the conservative -is a tame man.
- Thoreau
well iam glad that pakistanis have retained their culture
no matter how american we become we need to know our roots
which is playing Indian songs instead
PA,
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