by Enayet Hossain | May 23, 2023 | Term
Khayal, the most popular form of classical singing in present-day Hindustani music, possesses immense potential and versatility in expressing various musical elements. Khayals are usually composed in more serious, established ragas. It incorporates a wide range of...
by Enayet Hossain | May 23, 2023 | Term
Bandish, in the realm of Indian classical music, encompasses various definitions depending on the context. In vocal compositions, a bandish refers to a lyrical composition that vividly portrays the beauty of a raga through its melodic and rhythmic intricacies. It...
by Enayet Hossain | May 22, 2023 | Term
To comprehend the tabla, it is essential to grasp the distinctive Indian tala system from which it originated. In the Indian music framework, talas, or rhythmic cycles, form the foundation. They serve as the life force of the music, permeating every aspect, be it a...
by Enayet Hossain | May 19, 2023 | Term
The term “Jor,” literally meaning “conjunction,” refers to a component within the aalap. It comprises two distinct parts: the first part being non-rhythmic and the second part being rhythmic. The purpose of Jor is to establish a seamless...
by Enayet Hossain | May 19, 2023 | Term
Jhala, in instrumental music, is a technique that emulates the resonant sound produced by the drone strings (chikari) of instruments like sitar or sarod. By striking all the drone strings simultaneously with the plectrum worn on the forefinger, the middle and upper SA...
