101 Raga-s for the 21st Century and Beyond: A Music Lover's Guide to Hindustani Music

by Haresh Bakshi

Overview

Indian classical music is so enduring that it is exempt from oblivion. It is destined to live in all ages of this world.

This book on North Indian classical music (also known as Hindustani music) tells you, simply and informally, about the most popular 101 raga-s, and 161 topics commonly mentioned in conversation, articles and books on Hindustani music. It is the best tool to learn about and enjoy this genre of music, which is a significant component of World Music. More details at www.SoundOfIndia.com

An audio CD containing aroha, avaroha and pakad of each of the 101 raga-s, is available. Please visit http://www.SoundOfIndia.com and click on Products. This book is being translated into French, Hindi and Gujarati.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781412231350
Publisher:	Trafford Publishing
Publication date:	09/26/2006
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
File size:	1 MB

About the Author

Trained in vocal tradition of Gwalior gharana, Haresh Bakshi is the founder of the web site SoundOfIndia.com

Bakshi is a singer, composer and musicologist. With his experience of thirty years, Bakshi has performed several times and contributed many articles on North Indian music. He gives instructions on Indian music on the Internet, in addition to teaching it traditionally, that is, in the guru-shishya-parampara.