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Raga Deepak is one of the six primal ragas of Indian Classical Music. It is believed to be created by Lord Shiva and there is a myth that singing it creates fire. There are 5 types of Raga Deepak. One belongs to Poorvi Thaat, second to Bilawal Thaat, third to Kalyan Thaat, fourth to Kafi Thaat and fifth to Khaamaj Thaat.
The Maestro’s Choice series showcases the music of some of India’s finest musicians. This one is dedicated to Ustad Ghulam Mustafa Khan. Hailing from a famil...
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Among the legends about Tansen are stories of his bringing down the rains with Raga Megh Malhar and lighting lamps by performing Raga Deepak. Raga Megh Malhar is still in the mainstream repertoire, but raga Deepak is no longer known; three different variants exist in the Bilaval (thaat), Poorvi (thaat) and Khamaj (thaat) thaats. It is not clear ...
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Sep 27, 2016 · Indian classical music history is enriched with numerous musicians who were able to create different effects in seasons, daytimes through ragas. One such musician was the legendary Tansen. He ...
Aug 7, 2020 · Saraswat presenting Raga Deepak in the Indian classical style. Raag Deepak is originated by Lord Shiva after raag Shreeor is believed to be one of his favorite five ragas.
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Learn about Raag Deepak, a lost raga that was said to spark fires with its sound, and its modern variations: Bilawal-ang, Poorvi-ang, and Khamaj-ang. Explore its swara geometries, murchanas, ragangas, global translations, and more.
Tansen was a legendary singer and composer who served Emperor Akbar and created many ragas, including Raga Deepak. Raga Deepak was a raga that could produce fire and was used by Tansen to impress Akbar and his ministers.