Their singing is harsh and discordant; the songs are chiefly extempore, relating to passing circumstances, the persons present, or any trifling object that strikes the attention of the singer.

They have several kinds of dances, some of them lively and pleasing.

The women are rarely permitted to dance with the men, but form groups apart, dancing to the same instrument and song.
They have a great passion for play, and a variety of games.

To such a pitch of excitement are they sometimes roused, that they gamble away everything they possess, even to their wives and children.

They are notorious thieves, also, and proud of their dexterity.