Oral poetry refers to the verbal expression of feelings ,ideas and thoughts using words arranged in their best possible order. If sung ,it is a song. Features of Oral Poetry Oral poetry has the following features: 1.It is composed and delivered by word of mouth. 2.Linguistic aspects such as tone and pitch are crucial in oral poetry in varying the meaning and the mood. 3.There is often solo and chorus pattern especially in sung poetry. 4.Accompanied with movement and dance. 5.The performer dresses in costumes in some sung poetry. 6.Musical instruments such as drums ,horn can accompany the performance of poetry. 7.Rhythm or beat .It is a regular repeated pattern of sounds .It can be slow, fast,