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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...
Strictly speaking, Deepak is a ‘lost raga’, known to us through its status as Tansen’s fabled fire-bringing melody – said to have sparked uncontrollable blazes when he sung it at Emperor Akbar’s 16th-century royal palace (…and requiring a rendition of Megh to extinguish it).
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.
Tansen sung Raga Deepak and all the lamps were lit, all at once! Other miracles of Tansen include his ability to bring rain by singing Raga Megh Malhar. It is said that Tansen used this particular raga soon after the usage of Raga Deepak.
Mar 1, 2018 · Another famous story is about theintrigue to bring about Tansen’s end by making him sing Raga Deepak. Tansen, who was known for the purity of his renditions, foresaw his fate, but could not say...
Oct 21, 2017 · Mallick sings an aalaap or introductory movement followed by a dhrupad composition set to Chautaal, a cycle of 12 matras or time-units. The rendition of Deepak continues to 23.30” into the track.
Feb 5, 2023 · The story about how he performed the raga Deepak, which was said to have the ability to start fires, is one of the most well-known. Legend has it that the Mughal emperor Akbar asked Tansen to sing the raga, and as he sang, a bright flame rose from the ground and covered him.
Jan 6, 2011 · Over the years, raga Deepak developed an inauspicious reputation. This disciple of Ustad Alauddin Khan found out why.
