Indian Music - Hardcover

Deva, Bigamudre Chaitanya

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 8122407307 ISBN 13: 9788122407303

Publisher: South Asia Books, 1995

Synopsis

This book introduces to lay readers the basic concepts of Indian music to aid a fuller appreciation. Raga, its melodic base, is examined first, with scales and figures employed where necessary. Chapters on tone and rhythm follow.

The many forms of composition - kheyal, thumri, kriti - are explained historically, and the lives of the masters briefly touched upon. Also discussed is the folk base of classical music - particularly the devotional forms that abound. Folk and concert instruments of a wide range are described, and their canons of classification expounded.

The author has covered Hindustani and Karnatak music; the parallel treatment not only makes for comprehensiveness, but brings out common features to the benefit of those familiar with either system. The approach being historical, the study of evolving codes and canons leads naturally to a consideration of music in the modern milieu.

Illustrated with over 80 drawings, the book is intended to serve as a primer for those at home and abroad who seek the enrichment India's ancient music offers.

Edition details

• Publisher: South Asia Books
• Publication date: 1995
• ISBN 10: 8122407307
• ISBN 13: 9788122407303
• Binding: Hardcover
• Language: English
• Number of pages: 182