These songs are a central part of the Supra (traditional Georgian feast), where they serve to lighten the mood through witty verbal sparring and rhythmic energy. The Performers: Mdzlevari
The video "Kaxuri Shairebi - Mdzlevari.wmv" features a performance by the , showcasing a traditional Georgian folk genre known as Shairebi from the eastern region of Kakheti . The Nature of "Kaxuri Shairebi"
Boast about personal skills or the beauty of their home region (Kakheti). Tease one another in a friendly, competitive manner.
While individual Shairebi can vary in their specific lyrics, the "story" is almost always a . The singers exchange verses that might:
