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It’s that strange time in the evening when the sun is almost gone, shadows are longer than they should be, and something in the air feels slightly unsettled. That is exactly where Raga Marwa lives. Raga Marwa belongs to the Marwa thaat and is performed in the late afternoon, just before sunset. This time association […]

Kaunsi Kanada doesn’t reveal itself easily. In fact, many musicians first encounter it through a neat, almost textbook line: “Malkauns in ascent, Darbari in descent.”And while that’s technically helpful, it barely scratches the surface of what this raga really is. Because Kaunsi Kanada is not a formula. It’s an experience you grow into. Pt. Venkatesh

Raga Gawati (also known as Gavati, Gawoti, or Gaoti) is a relatively rare raga in Hindustani classical music. It is often associated with Raga Bheem, and in many traditions, the two are treated as the same or very closely related. What makes Gawati interesting is that it does not have one fixed structure. Instead, it

In Indian classical music, a raga is not merely a collection of notes or a melodic framework. It is a living consciousness; a being that breathes, evolves, and communicates emotion. To the trained ear and sensitive heart, a raga feels alive, capable of expressing love, longing, serenity, or even divine ecstasy. This unique philosophy, where

In the world of Indian classical music, improvisation is the very essence of expression. Every raga performance, whether in the Hindustani or Carnatic tradition, is a journey of spontaneous creation within a deeply structured framework. To the untrained ear, an artist’s extemporaneous elaboration might seem like a free-flowing invention. But behind every phrase lies centuries

Some ragas feel closely tied to a season. The moment you hear them, they seem to bring along a certain atmosphere. Raga Des is one such raga. Often associated with the monsoon, it carries a sense of warmth, nostalgia, and quiet emotional depth. Raga Des is widely performed in Hindustani classical music, but it is

Today marks the 75th birth anniversary of Ustad Zakir Hussain, one of the greatest tabla maestros the world has ever seen. Zakir ji was not only a virtuoso tabla player, but a guiding force who shaped how rhythm was understood, respected, and carried forward in Indian Classical, as well as World Music.For many of us,

Indian classical music, with its profound spiritual and cultural roots, has long been enriched by the contributions of women. From the sacred corridors of temples to the modern stages of international concert halls, women have played pivotal roles in shaping the soundscape of India. Their journey, however, reflects a complex interplay of devotion, societal norms,

In Hindustani classical music, Raga Madhuvanti has carved a special space for itself. It is expressive, romantic, slightly introspective, and deeply melodic. For listeners discovering Indian classical music, Madhuvanti often becomes a gateway raga because of its emotional clarity and accessible beauty. Let’s sit with it for a while. Arshad Khan performs Madhuvanti on Esraj

In Indian classical music, Raga is far more than a mere scale or sequence of notes. It is a living melodic framework, carefully designed to evoke emotion, time, and atmosphere. To understand what truly makes a raga a raga, we must explore its structure, rules, emotional depth, and spiritual significance. What is a Raga? A