North Indian Hindustani Classical Music
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What does 'Rasa' refer to?

  • Musical teacher
  • Style of performance
  • Ancient Indian aesthetic sensibilities (correct)
  • Rhythmic framework
  • What is the embodiment of rhythm in dance and the dramatic expression of story and mood through dance and song called?

    Sangita

    Which of the following are influences on Hindustani music? (Select all that apply)

  • British colonialism (correct)
  • Indian classical influences
  • American jazz
  • Persian influences (correct)
  • What is Hindustani music known for?

    <p>Long performances</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What characterizes Carnatic music?

    <p>Based on actual songs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a 'Gharana'?

    <p>School of music associated with performers and regions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does 'Guru' mean in the context of music?

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    What does 'Shishya' refer to?

    <p>Student</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a 'Raga'?

    <p>Modal/melodic framework</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does 'Tala' refer to in Hindustani music?

    <p>Rhythmic framework</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the 'Alap' in a raga?

    <p>Opening section of raga with no percussion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the acoustic method called that has rasa?

    <p>Raag</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is an instance of tala referred to as?

    <p>Taal</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is 'Theka' in Hindustani music?

    <p>Keeping time</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Concepts in Hindustani Classical Music

    • Rasa: Represents ancient Indian aesthetic sensibilities, often referred to as the "flavor" of music, influencing emotional expression in performances.
    • Sangita: A holistic concept that combines rhythm, dance, and dramatic storytelling, embodying the mood and emotion conveyed through musical expression.

    Musical Styles and Influences

    • Hindustani Music: Originates from North India, characterized by classical techniques and lengthy performances featuring instruments like sitar, tabla, sarod, and santoor.
    • Carnatic Music: Associated with South India, particularly Tamil and Telugu cultures, it focuses on melodic compositions and features instruments such as vina, mridangam, violin, and ghatam.

    Educational Frameworks

    • Gharana: Refers to a traditional school of music that is linked to notable performers and distinct regional styles, emphasizing the lineage and legacy of music.
    • Guru: Signifies a teacher in the musical tradition, traditionally characterized by a slow and rigorous teaching approach.
    • Shishya: Denotes the student within the musical heritage, responsible for learning and preserving the art form.

    Musical Elements

    • Raga: Serves as the melodic framework in Hindustani music, providing a modal structure around which compositions are created.
    • Tala: Functions as the rhythmic framework, organizing musical time and elements within the performance.
    • Alap: The introductory section of a raga performance, characterized by the absence of percussion, focusing on melodic exploration.
    • Raag: A specific acoustic configuration that embodies rasa, including a set of guidelines for performers to navigate improvisation and expression.
    • Taal: An instance of tala, representing specific rhythmic patterns used in performances.
    • Theka: Refers to the act of keeping time in Hindustani music, ensuring rhythm is maintained throughout the performance.

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