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Indian classical music lesson: Ravi Shankar’s introduction to raga

Learn the foundations of Indian classical music through Ravi Shankar’s timeless introduction to raga, exploring structure, emotion, and musical philosophy. #IndianClassicalMusic #RaviShankar #Raga ...
The New Indian Express

Finding the raga: Amit Chaudhuri’s journey through Indian classical music

Amit Chaudhuri’s teenage discovery of the raga transformed his understanding of music, connecting it to the rhythms of life and challenging Western artistic conventions. While most good books could ...
Dhaka Tribune

Ragas: Beauty in form

Indian classical music is always based on a raga or raag, which employs a series of five or more musical notes to construct a melody. Non-classical music such as Bollywood songs and ghazals sometimes ...
Indy Week

N.C. Raga Revival Holds a Space for Indian Classical Music in the Triangle

For hundreds of centuries, raga has formed the backbone of Indian classical music, offering a guideline for musicians to improvise when performed live. Ragas—which roughly translates to “coloring”—are ...
The Hindu

Indian ragas could regulate emotions and facilitate learning: IIT study

IIT Mandi conducted a study that connects ancient India’s musical heritage with modern neuroscience. Research led by Prof. Laxmidhar Behera, Director, IIT Mandi, has shown how listening to Indian ...
The New York Times

With Open Ears, Indian Ragas and Western Melodies Merge

Performances in N.Y.C. Advertisement Supported by Amit Chaudhuri charts his musical journey in a new book, “Finding the Raga: An Improvisation on Indian Music.” By Joshua Barone Amit Chaudhuri, an ...