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Indian classical music is the classical music of the Indian subcontinent. It is generally described using terms like Marg Sangeet and Shastriya Sangeet. It has two major traditions: the North Indian classical music known as Hindustani and the South Indian expression known as Carnatic.
- Hindustani classical music
Knowledge of Hindustani classical music is taught through a...
- Music of India
Owing to India's vastness and diversity, Indian music...
- Carnatic music
Carnatic music, known as Karnāṭaka saṃgīta or Karnāṭaka...
- Alankāra
Alankara (Sanskrit: अलंकार, romanized: Alaṃkāra), also...
- Hindustani classical music
What is Indian classical music? Indian classical music is a rich tradition that originated in South Asia and can now be found in all corners of the world. Its origins date back to sacred Vedic scriptures over 6,000 years ago where chants developed a system of musical notes and rhythmic cycles.
Indian classical music is the principal musical tradition of modern North India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, and Nepal. Its counterpart is the Carnatic classical music of South India; both share numerous principles but have different styles and influences.
