Traditional Music of India
India’s musical history dates back to the prehistoric times and is in fact regarded as one of the oldest in the world. There are many different legends about how traditional Indian music started. Such legends go a long way in showing the importance that music has in defining Indian culture.
Traditional Indian music is both elaborate and expressive. The music sounds very different to traditional Western music.
India’s music is based on the combination of vocal and instrumental music, along with dance. And these three combined is what is known as sangeet. According to the documented history of Indian music, performances were complete with the combination of the three. This includes the musical performances in the royal court, temples, during celebrations and festivals, in the villages as part of their entertainment program, etc.
Traditional Indian music is both elaborate and expressive. The music sounds very different to traditional Western music.
India’s music is based on the combination of vocal and instrumental music, along with dance. And these three combined is what is known as sangeet. According to the documented history of Indian music, performances were complete with the combination of the three. This includes the musical performances in the royal court, temples, during celebrations and festivals, in the villages as part of their entertainment program, etc.
Instruments used in Traditional Indian Music
Performances Of Traditional Indian Music, Dance and Poetry
Kathak Dance
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Children's Indian Folktales
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