7Carnatic Ragas You Cannot afford to miss listening in 2024
The new year is here . People are planning on their resolutions , and make the year the best year in their lives . It can be either learning a new art form , or personal goals such as writing a book , being fit , or be more optimistic in thinking . Carnatic Music is like a powerful motivator to take you towards your goals faster than anticipated . With new year breeze all over the world , Score brings you 8 Carnatic Raagas for hearing pleasure !
1 . Kadanakutuhalam : In need of motivation ? Don ’ t grab a self-help book immediately . Pause for a moment and listen to Raghuvamsa Sudambudhi performed by Dr . M . Balamurali Krishna . The power-packed swaras entwined is beautiful artistry . His own composition “ Kadanakuthuhalam Tillana ” is the icing on the cake .
2 . Chalanaata : Another marvelous raaga Chalanaata is often overshadowed with its janya raaga Naata . But being a complete scale , Chalanaata pumps up energy levels and make it thoroughly enjoyable . It loads you with positive energy with a feel of heaviness . Interestingly , Chalanaata ’ s child ragam Naata is more popular with compositions such as Maha Ganapathim , Jagadaanandakaaraka from pancharatnas .
3 . Charukesi : For all those silent , introverted and seek bliss through melody , Charukesi is the right choice . The raaga ’ s structure and the swaras are very unique and purify the ears in a jiffy . Interestingly , Hindustani Charukesi has been extensively used in old Hindi film songs . In one of the interactions , the Mozart of Madras A . R . Rahman also confessed that he loves the raaga . The best aspect of the raaga is , it suave and at the same time make a long-time impact .
4 . Sindhu Bhairavi : This raaga brings up fantastic energy that is pure , untouched and magical . It seeps into the ears delicately and brings a unique experience . Theeratha Vilataattu Pillai and Mile Sur Mera Tumhara featuring all the music legends from various states in India are the two amazing compositions . Annamacharya kriti Venkatachala Nilayam and Vishweshwar Darshankar are not to miss !
5 . Vakulabharanam : A raaga less explored with its Arabesque hues is a hidden golden wonder . It is a desyaraga that means a raaga that has originated from other countries . A raaga that is challenging for both vocalists and instrumentalists , it is in deed a challenge to hear as well .
6 . Kanakangi : Surprised ? The first melakartha in the 72 melakartha raaga system , the notes of Kanakangi are very closely woven . This gives a feel being a rebel for a cause . After all , being a rebel brings positive results and change the mindset by brimming power to the listener ’ s ears .
7 . Malayamarutham : Literally meaning the breeze from the mountain , this raaga gives a perfect level of motivation to those who want to take things slowly , relish the melody and obtain surreal happiness . “ Manasa Yetulorthune ” by Saint Thyagaraja is the best example for this experience .
There is no end to music and listening to raagas , but these that are mentioned will definitely make your new year 2004 a memorable one .
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