Indian Music

Indian Classical Music (Hindustani and Carnatic Music)

  • It has two major traditions: The North Indian classical music tradition is called Hindustani, while the South Indian expression is called Carnatic.
  • Carnatic Music originated from the Bhakti movement and has influences of Arab and Persian music whereas Hindustani music originated during the Vedic period and is indigenous.
  • Veena, Mridangam and Mandolin musical instruments are used in Carnatic Music whereas Tabla, Sarangi, Sitar and Santoor are used in Hindustani Music.

Popular forms of Hindustani Classical Music

  • a) Dhrupad: This is the oldest and grandest form of Hindustani music. It is essentially poetic, and it is presented ....

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