50 Rare Ragas Of Carnatic Music | Book
Dive into Carnatic music with '50 Rare Ragas Of Carnatic Music'. This book is full of beautiful melodies. It will take you to a happy place with music. Each raga...
Dive into Carnatic music with '50 Rare Ragas Of Carnatic Music'. This book is full of beautiful melodies. It will take you to a happy place with music. Each raga is a special trip of notes and feelings. We wrote everything down carefully for you to enjoy.
Are you a music expert or just starting out? This book opens the door to Carnatic music.
Product Details
| Format | Physical Copy |
| Language | English / Tamil |
| Genre | Educational / Classical Arts |
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: I am preparing a student for their Arangetram. Will this book, '50 Rare Ragas Of Carnatic Music', provide compositions suitable for a full-length Bharatanatyam performance?
A: Yes, this book contains 50 rare ragas with compositions that can be adapted for various items in a Bharatanatyam Arangetram, including Alarippu, Jatiswaram, Shabdam, Varnam, Padam, and Thillana. Consider the specific mood (bhava) you wish to evoke for each piece when selecting ragas from this collection.
Q: I am a Mohiniyattam dancer. Can the ragas in this book be used for Mohiniyattam compositions, considering the distinct musical style?
A: While primarily Carnatic in origin, the ragas presented in '50 Rare Ragas Of Carnatic Music' can inspire Mohiniyattam compositions. However, adaptation is crucial. Mohiniyattam favors a Sopana Sangeetham influence; thus, the Carnatic compositions should be interpreted with the subtle, lyrical movements characteristic of Mohiniyattam, keeping the focus on lasya.
Q: Does this book include notations or svara patterns for the ragas, to help choreograph complex movements for a Kuchipudi performance?
A: Yes, '50 Rare Ragas Of Carnatic Music' provides notations and svara patterns for each raga. This allows choreographers to understand the melodic contour and rhythmic possibilities, aiding in the creation of intricate footwork (adavu) and expressive hand gestures (mudra) which are essential in Kuchipudi. The notations can be used to build complex jatis.
Q: I want to use these ragas for a dance drama (Kathakali/Bharatanatyam fusion). Are there any ragas in this book that lend themselves well to storytelling and abhinaya?
A: Indeed. Several ragas in '50 Rare Ragas Of Carnatic Music' are highly suitable for abhinaya-rich dance dramas. Focus on ragas known for evoking specific emotions (rasas). For example, ragas expressing shringara (love) or bhakti (devotion) can be used to enhance the narrative. The book provides the svara patterns for understanding the emotional intent of each raga, aiding in the choreography of appropriate gestures and expressions.