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   Thumri (Hindi: [ˈʈʰʊmɾiː]) is a vocal genre or style of Indian music. The term "thumri" is derived from the Hindi verb thumuknaa, which means "to walk with a dancing gait in such a way that the ankle-bells tinkle."

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     The Best of Thumris | Vol 1 | Audio Jukebox | Shobha Gurtu | Shubha Mudgal | Music Today

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   Sep 21, 2015 · Shobha Gurtu, known as the queen of thumris, is one of the foremost contributors to semi-classical music. In this collection, the legendary vocalist’s skill and innovation with dadras, chaitis,...

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4. www.darbar.org › article › an-introduction-to-lightAn Introduction to Light Classical: Thumri, dadra and other ...

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   Learn about thumri, a North Indian song form that expresses love stories and emotions, often in the female voice. Discover its origins, languages, ragas, sub-genres and listen to a live performance by Nina Burmi.

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6. www.youtube.com › watchNina Burmi | Mishra Bhairavi Thumri | Indian Classical Music

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   Mar 8, 2013 · Nina Burmi uses her smooth three-octave vocal range to explore the thumri style - a semi-classical genre intimately connected with dance, poetry, and drama. Learn more about the music: Thumri...

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   Thumri is a vocal genre that originated in the 15th century and expresses romantic and devotional emotions through poetic lyrics and melodic improvisations. Learn about its history, style, structure, and musical elements in this article.

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   Feb 13, 2023 · According to Christiane Karam, thumri is more immediately accessible than dhrupad and even khyal, both of which involve the abstract exploration of raga. The two predominant and favored thumri...

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   What is thumri music?

   • Learn more about the music: Thumri is a sensuous ‘light classical’ style, originating in Uttar Pradesh. The word is derived from the Hindi ‘thumakna’, meaning ‘to walk with dancing steps so as to make the ankle-bells tinkle’, and the genre remains closely connected with dance and drama.

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   Is thumris a classical form?

   • Unlike the purely classical forms of Dhrupad and khayal, thumris (whether from Lucknow or Benares) tend to be strongly text-led with words playing a more important part than music. In general, where Indian music is concerned, the more audible the words the less classical the musical form.

   An Introduction to Light Classical: Thumri, dadra and other styles

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   Why is thumri important?

   • It has very strong associations with kathak, North India’s main classical dance style, of which the Shah was also a leading exponent. Given this connection between music and dance, thumri rapidly became the mainstay of courtesans and many old song compositions were preserved solely through their efforts.

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   What is thumri dance?

   • Thumri was initially associated with the classical dance form Kathak, particularly the bandish ki thumri or bol-baant, which evolved in the court of Nawab Wajid Ali Shah in Lucknow. During its early stages, Thumri was performed by tawaifs or courtesans and accompanied by Kathak dancers.

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   Why is thumri popular in North India?

   • Thumri is North India’s most popular light-classical song form, developed during the 19th century at the court of Lucknow’s ruler Wajid Ali Shah. It has very strong associations with kathak, North India’s main classical dance style, of which the Shah was also a leading exponent.

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   What does thumri mean?

   • The term "thumri" is derived from the Hindi verb thumuknaa, which means "to walk with a dancing gait in such a way that the ankle-bells tinkle." The form is, thus, connected with dance, dramatic gestures, mild eroticism, evocative love poetry and folk songs, especially from Uttar Pradesh, though there are regional variations.

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10. serenademagazine.com › what-is-thumri-inWhat is Thumri in Hindustani Music? - Serenade

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    Feb 11, 2024 · Discover the enchanting world of Thumri, a quintessential genre of Indian music where poetry, melody, and emotion intertwine to create a captivating tapestry of sound. Delve deep into its origins, structure, and significance, tracing its evolution from medieval roots to contemporary expressions.