by CulturoAdmin | Apr 7, 2020 | Indian Music
The three well-known forms of Bengali folk music are the ‘Baul’, ‘Bhatiyali’ and ‘Baowaia’, each having its own characteristics. Baul: Baul is not merely a kind of music, but basically a Bengali religious sect. The members of the sect are themselves called... by CulturoAdmin | Apr 7, 2020 | Indian Music
It is not known when exactly the early musical instruments came into existence in India but they find mention in several ancient texts like the ‘Upanishads’, ‘Samhitas’, Valmiki’s ‘Ramayana’, ‘Bhagwad Gita’ and the Sangam classics. Many of the instruments mentioned... by CulturoAdmin | Apr 7, 2020 | Indian Music
India has seen hundreds of legendary musicians and maestros since ancient times. Some of the well-known musicians of the ancient and contemporary times are listed below: Abdul Karim Khan: Ustad Abdul Karim Khan (1872-1937) dominated the world of... by CulturoAdmin | Apr 7, 2020 | Indian Music
In the Indian Classical Music, Raga is the basis of melody and Tala is the basis of rhythm. Each melodic structure of Raga has something akin to a distinct personality subject and to a prevailing mood. Ragas involve several important elements. The first element is...