Bengal is a land of music – a culture that has thrived from ancient times, manifesting itself in various styles. This book is a detailed study of the development of Sastriya Sangita in Bengal from the distant ages of the present day, covering Pracina, Madhya and Adhunika Yugas, together with their historic backgrounds. It also deals with various trends of music that came into Bengal through her business ties with other lands, and occupation by different races ...