It is an ajtys-a singing-duel. The boy and girl stand in the eye of the village carrying on a mocking well-I-sort-of-like-you-even-if-there's-one-or-two-weird-things-about-you-for-instance-kind of game while the tune darts in and out of qobyz and dombra strummed and plucked.
In "Gravity's Rainbow" by Thomas Pynchon, a unique cultural practice is depicted involving a singing duel known as the ajtys. In this scene, a boy and girl take center stage in their village, engaging in a playful and mocking exchange filled with light-hearted affection. Their interaction is playful, highlighting both their attraction and the quirks that make each of them interesting.
The atmosphere is enhanced by the sounds of traditional instruments...
