Here is my basic understanding of Indian music: The northern and southern parts have their own styles but with overlaps. What's amazing is that Indian classical music has no key. There is no absolute sense of middle C or whatever. It is relative to the tuning of the drone. I don't have a strong background in music, but this seems to get rid of the complexity of the notation system in the west with a much more fluid aspects - pick a note and make it the root. Off you go. That's the key you're in.
Furthermore, I find the construction of these musical scales (correct me if I am wrong but there is no analog in western classical music of what a raga is) very interesting. Going up in the scale is different than going down and there are some key phrases that identify a raga. Then its all about interpretation.
Is there any specific tabla percussion associated with a Raga?
Some of my favorites:
- Raga Bhimapalasi: Beautiful lazy afternoon raga.
- Raga Tilak Kamod: I would describe this raga as a playful and less serious, very romantic.
- Raga Bhairav: Intense and great for early mornings. For reflective, pensive moods.
- Raga Desh: Festive feel to it.
I personally like vocal renditions of ragas. Spotify has a large selection.
Furthermore, I find the construction of these musical scales (correct me if I am wrong but there is no analog in western classical music of what a raga is) very interesting. Going up in the scale is different than going down and there are some key phrases that identify a raga. Then its all about interpretation.
Is there any specific tabla percussion associated with a Raga?
Some of my favorites:
- Raga Bhimapalasi: Beautiful lazy afternoon raga.
- Raga Tilak Kamod: I would describe this raga as a playful and less serious, very romantic.
- Raga Bhairav: Intense and great for early mornings. For reflective, pensive moods.
- Raga Desh: Festive feel to it.
I personally like vocal renditions of ragas. Spotify has a large selection.