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The Music of India

The Music of India

Fyzee-Rahamin, Atiya Begum

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ISBN10: 1161411526
ISBN13: 9781161411522
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Published: May 23 2010
Pages: 132
Weight: 0.99
Height: 0.38 Width: 7.00 Depth: 10.00
Language: English
The Music of India is a comprehensive guide to the rich and diverse musical traditions of India, written by Atiya Begum Fyzee-Rahamin. The book explores the historical and cultural context of Indian music, tracing its roots back to ancient times and examining how it has evolved over the centuries.The author provides an in-depth analysis of the different genres of Indian music, including classical, folk, devotional, and film music. She discusses the various instruments used in Indian music, such as the sitar, tabla, and sarod, and provides detailed descriptions of their construction, playing techniques, and musical styles.The book also delves into the spiritual and philosophical aspects of Indian music, exploring how it is used in religious and spiritual practices, as well as how it has been influenced by Hindu, Muslim, and other cultural traditions.Throughout the book, the author provides numerous examples of Indian music, including notations and audio recordings, to help readers better understand and appreciate the complexity and beauty of this ancient art form.Overall, The Music of India is an essential resource for anyone interested in learning about the fascinating and diverse musical traditions of India, from its ancient roots to its modern-day expressions.1925. An introductory study into Indian music. Contents: Works on Indian Music; Practical Experts; History of Indian Music; Sur Adhaya, Law of Tones; Tala Adhaya, Law of Rhythm or Time; Ast Adhaya (Law of Musical Instruments); Raga Adhaya, Law of Tunes; and Tales of Indian Music.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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