Look Inside

Elements of Hindustani Classical Music

FREE Delivery
$58.40
$73
(20% off)
Quantity
Delivery Usually ships in 3 days
Item Code: HBC183
Author: Kanishk Patel
Publisher: Peridot Literary Books
Language: English
Edition: 2024
ISBN: 9789362780089
Pages: 311 (B/W Illustrations)
Cover: HARDCOVER
Other Details 9.5x6.5 inch
Weight 650 gm
Fully insured
Fully insured
Shipped to 153 countries
Shipped to 153 countries
More than 1M+ customers worldwide
More than 1M+ customers worldwide
100% Made in India
100% Made in India
23 years in business
23 years in business
Book Description
About the Book
Hindustani Classical Music is a North Indian classical music tradition that has been evolving since the twelfth century C.E., in what is now northern India and Pakistan, and also Bangladesh, Nepal and Afghanistan. The tradition was born from a cultural synthesis of several musical streams: the vedic chant tradition, the equally ancient Persian tradition of Musiqi-e assil, and also folk traditions prevalent in the region. The terms North Indian Classical Music or Shastriya Sangeet are also occasionally used. Northern India shares with the south the use of ragas (melodic frameworks for improvisation and composition), the rhythmic principles of tala (cyclic metric patterns sometimes of great complexity), and the practice of nonmetric, rhythmically "free" improvisation. Although vocal music plays an important role, instrumental music is more important in Hindustani music than it is in Karnataka; there are some purely instrumental forms, such as the theme with variations known as gat. This book attempts to present a detailed and comprehensive discussion of the fundamental concepts and aspects of Hindustani classical music. The book will be useful to all those who wish to learn and acquire knowledge of Hindustani classical music. It will be of interest to all practitioners of Hindustani classical music.

About the Author
Kanishk Patel is a celebrated musician and scholar in Hindustani Classical Music, recognized for his expertise in vocal traditions and musicology. His research interests encompass raga theory, musical aesthetics, and historical perspectives on Indian classical music. Patel's contributions include scholarly articles and performances that elucidate the intricate melodies and spiritual dimensions of Hindustani music, enriching cultural understanding and appreciation.

Preface
Hindustani music, one of the two principal types of South Asian classical music, found mainly in the northern three-fourths of the subcontinent, where Indo-Aryan languages are spoken. (The other principal type, Karnataka music, is found in the Dravidian-speaking region of southern India.) The two systems diverged gradually, beginning in the 13th century, when the Islamic conquest of northern parts of the subcontinent introduced highly influential Arab and Persian musical practices that then merged with Hindu traditions. (The influences from Muslim cultures played virtually no role in the development of Karnataka music.) Hindustani Classical Music is a North Indian classical music tradition that has been evolving since the twelfth century C.E., in what is now northern India and Pakistan, and also Bangladesh, Nepal and Afghanistan. The tradition was born from a cultural synthesis of several musical streams: the vedic chant tradition, the equally ancient Persian tradition of Musiqi-e assil, and also folk traditions prevalent in the region. The terms North Indian Classical Music or Shastriya Sangeet are also occasionally used.

Frequently Asked Questions
  • Q. What locations do you deliver to ?
    A. Exotic India delivers orders to all countries having diplomatic relations with India.
  • Q. Do you offer free shipping ?
    A. Exotic India offers free shipping on all orders of value of $30 USD or more.
  • Q. Can I return the book?
    A. All returns must be postmarked within seven (7) days of the delivery date. All returned items must be in new and unused condition, with all original tags and labels attached. To know more please view our return policy
  • Q. Do you offer express shipping ?
    A. Yes, we do have a chargeable express shipping facility available. You can select express shipping while checking out on the website.
  • Q. I accidentally entered wrong delivery address, can I change the address ?
    A. Delivery addresses can only be changed only incase the order has not been shipped yet. Incase of an address change, you can reach us at help@exoticindia.com
  • Q. How do I track my order ?
    A. You can track your orders simply entering your order number through here or through your past orders if you are signed in on the website.
  • Q. How can I cancel an order ?
    A. An order can only be cancelled if it has not been shipped. To cancel an order, kindly reach out to us through help@exoticindia.com.
Add a review
Have A Question

For privacy concerns, please view our Privacy Policy