Madhyamavathi Ramapriya
Also known for auspicious occasions , the counterparts of Madhyamavati in Hindustani such as Shuddh Sarang and Madhumat Saarang are also beautiful monsoon raagas . With ample number of compositions in this raaga chain , one can relish some beautiful monsoon evenings listening to this raaga .
Very rare and surprising , Ramapriya is a majestic raaga that is perfect for monsoon listening . Muttuswami Dikshitar ’ s Swaramyaham Sada Raahum is a lovely composition in this raaga . Dr . M . Balamurali krishna has composed a varnam in the raaga as well
Amruthavarshini Megh Miyan Ki Malhaar
True to the name , the raaga is a beautiful monsoon raaga . The legendary composer Mt . Dikshitar composed Anandamrutavarshni which led to rains in a draught area . Relish the composition this rainy season and grab a cup of hot filter coffee to watch the rain !
Literally meaning the cloud , Megh is a fantastic Hindustani raag that brings the visual of lovely drizzle . The swiftness of the raag can be relished in an elaborate aalap . Enthrall yourself with a magical rendition of raag Megh this monsoon season .
A marvellous monsoon raag , Miyan Ki Malhaar brings rain even at the sunniest of the days . The raag ’ s suave progression resembles beautiful rain and dark clouds .
Naata Mohana
With its royal nature and beautiful full scale rendition scope , Naata is a wonderful choice for monsoon listen . Naata Raaga has some greatest compositions such as Jagadanandakaraka – the first pancharatna kriti penned by Saint Thyagaraja . Muttuswami Dikshitar ’ s Maha Ganapathim is another amazing composition in this raaga . Its Hindustani equivalent Raag Jog is also something that cannot be missed in this season !
Though Mohana ( Hindustani parallel Bhupali ) may not be a direct rain raaga , the sweetness of the scale brings vision of swift monsoon drizzle . Whether in Carnatic or Hindustani style , Mohana is always classy and brings in instant beauty to the listener .
Monsoon is a wonderful season especially after hot summer days and music is the best way to relish the season in the mind ’ s eye . Listening to these amazing ragas just by closing eyes brings the visuals of black clouds , chilly winds , and breezy gardens . So , grab a cup of filter coffee , rejoice the monsoon evening by listening to a suave aalap of Rashid Khan in Miyan ki Malhar or Anandamruta Varshini in Chitti Babu ’ s Veena to get the best feels of monsoon .
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