Sitar and Its Compositions (In 2 Volumes)

Composition in Indian Classical Music is an important aspect in the presentation of a Raga. The total presentation of a Raga has got different parts such as Alap, Jod, tans and composition, which is the soul of the Raga. The composition is in itself capable to present the soul and, essence of the Raga. This book contains all types of compositions in different Ragas. Few of the compositions are also set in other Talas than Teen tall. This book also contains the different Alankars and the way how to practice them. Vol 1: In this book the popular ragas of five thatas are given which are Asawari, Bhairav, Bhairavi, Bilawal and Khamaj. Vol. 2: In this book the ragas of five thatas were taken up, rest of the five thatas which are kafi, marwa, Poorvi and Todi are given.