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7 EVERGREEN HINDUSTANI CLASSICAL RAAGS
For Instrumental Playing
One of the greatest aspects of Classical Music is giving different experience for the listener . Especially when it comes to Hindustani raags , instrumental renditions have the royal appeal of their own . Interestingly , certain raags are greatly suitable for instrumental playing . Even without vocals they make the listener into unknown realms . Score brings you such evergreen Hindustani Raags that are perfect for instrumental playing- whether it is sitar , violin , flute or santoor !
1 . Chaarukesi : A raaga with multitude of emotions and admirable melody , Chaarukesi is best choice for instrumental playing especially on Santoor . The raag has two extremeselatedness and at the same time melancholy .
2 . Yaman : Kalyani raag with alien notes , the instrumental version makes anyone travel towards the banks of Yamuna River . The melodic quotient of this raag is something inexplicable .
3 . Pahaadi : Known to have originated from the snowy hills , Pahaadi is a perfect instrumental choice . The raag has a blend of Bhupali with alien notes makes it incredibly amazing to hear . Listening to Pahaadi raag in sitar and sipping an adrak chai is purely bliss !
4 . Aahir Bhairav : A masterful raag with magical melodic tones , Aahi Bhairav is aggressive and brings in energy with sheer magic . This raag sounds equally beautiful in every instrument played .
5 . Jog : Termed as Naata in Carnatic music , Jog also falls into the aggressive category . This raag is best to begin the day with and the vivadi notes ( the notes that are close to each other in frequency ) makes the raag a perfect instrumental choice . Grab a cup of your favorite filter coffee and enjoy the majestic raag .
6 . Sindhu Bhairavi : Ideal for abhangs and bhajans , Sindhu Bhairavi has a tinge of sadness and happiness with a strike of balance . Mile Sur Mera Tumhara -the popular patriotic song is based on this raag . Also listen to the VIshveshwar Darshan Kar was done in different versions for its versatility .
7 . Kirwani : Termed as minor scale in Western Classical Music , Kirwani is an all time favorite in any instrument . The raaga brings multiple emotions at the same time and adored all over the globe .
Though there are many more raags which tugs our heartstrings , but with 7 raags mentioned above , Hindustani Classical Music is a vast subject to deal with .
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