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South Asian music comprises a range of prominent musical genres and styles that are unique to the countries in and around the Indian subcontinent. This subregion of Asia includes countries such as Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, Maldives, Nepal, Pakistan, and Sri Lanka, with each region one possessing its own distinct musical traditions.
Instruments most commonly used in Hindustani classical music are the sitar, sarod, tambura, sahnai, sarangi, and tabla; while instruments commonly used in Karnatak classical music include the vina, mrdangam, kanjira, and violin. The use of bamboo flutes, such as the murali, is common to both traditions as well as many other genres of Indian music.
Oct 9, 2023 · Bengali culture, nestled in the eastern part of the Indian subcontinent, is a tapestry of art, music, literature, cuisine, and traditions that has captivated hearts around the world. This vibrant…
The spread of Islam in the Indian subcontinent did not take place by force of arms, but through its peaceful preaching, in which the Sufis played a leading role. Sufism came to India with the ...
The Mughal emperors reigned over the Indian subcontinent for three centuries (1526-1857), establishing thriving capitals at Delhi, Agra, Fatehpur Sikri, and Lahore. Descendants of the great conquerors Timur (Tamerlane) and Ghenghis Khan, the Mughals combined an immense pride for their illustrious ancestry with an ardent appreciation for Indian cultural traditions and European artistic trends.
Aug 23, 2010 · India's classical music is deeply bound to the country's ancient mystical traditions. This unique Rough Guide brings together the greatest names in Indian Classical music, performing some of the most beautiful ragas of India's classical legacy. Enjoy the musical artistry of legendary performers such as Shivkumar Sharma, Hari Prasad Chaurasia ...
The music of India includes Indian classical music, multiple varieties of folk, popular, pop, and, most recently, rock music. The origins of Indian classical music can be found in the oldest Hindu scriptures, the Vedas. The Samaveda is said to have laid the foundation for Indian music, and consists mainly of hymns of Rigveda, set to melodies ...
