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What is alankar ( ornaments) or palta in Hindustani Classical Music?

In the realm of Hindustani music, we encounter a range of fundamental musical ornaments known as "alankar." To grasp the essence of these...

What is Swar?

On a fundamental level, 'swar' is a sound, specifically a musical sound, extensively used in making music and melodies. While there are...

What is saptak or octave?

In music, there are three main octaves or 'saptaks' known as the 'mandra,' 'madhya,' and 'taar.' Among these, the 'madhya' octave is...

What is 'Naad' or 'Nada'? What are its types, and what are its attributes?

The term "Nada" is used in two aspects – one in its broad sense, and the other in a specific sense. The ancient scholars have interpreted...