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What is alankar ( ornaments) or palta in Hindustani Classical Music?
In the realm of Hindustani music, we encounter a range of fundamental musical ornaments known as "alankar." To grasp the essence of these...
Naman's Music
Sep 16, 20232 min read
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What is Swar?
On a fundamental level, 'swar' is a sound, specifically a musical sound, extensively used in making music and melodies. While there are...
Naman's Music
Sep 14, 20231 min read
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What is saptak or octave?
In music, there are three main octaves or 'saptaks' known as the 'mandra,' 'madhya,' and 'taar.' Among these, the 'madhya' octave is...
Naman's Music
Sep 13, 20231 min read
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What is 'Naad' or 'Nada'? What are its types, and what are its attributes?
The term "Nada" is used in two aspects – one in its broad sense, and the other in a specific sense. The ancient scholars have interpreted...
Naman's Music
Sep 7, 20233 min read
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