The Grammar and Theory of Raga (Index) | Oshurer Suralok Jatra Series
Ragas are governed by certain grammatical principles and structural conventions. In addition, each raga possesses a number of basic attributes …
Activities of the National Disabled Development Foundation (NDDF)
This article outlines the activities of the National Disabled Development Foundation (NDDF), a government autonomous body under the Ministry of …
Differences Between Musical Systems or Traditions | Oshurer Suralok Jatra Series
Indian music, enriched by a history stretching back thousands of years, is broadly divided into two principal traditions: the Hindustani …
Hindustani Classical Music | Oshurer Suralok Jatra Series
Hindustani classical music is not merely an arrangement of notes; it is a profound philosophy of life and an aesthetic …
Indian Classical Music | Oshurer Suralok Jatra Series
Indian classical music is one of the oldest and richest artistic traditions in the world. It is not merely a …
Shruti in Music | Oshurer Suralok Jatra Series
Today’s discussion centres on shruti. Human beings hear countless nada (sounds), yet the natural capacity of the human ear can …
Nada in Music | Oshurer Suralok Jatra Series
The vast world of music begins with a single fundamental element—nada. In simple terms, nada means sound. Yet from a …
Performance in Hindustani Classical Music | Oshurer Suralok Jatra Series
Today’s discussion focuses on how Hindustani classical music is performed. A raga can be presented simply by singing or playing …