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    What are the two melody types in Hindu music?

    Question #1375. Asked by abba. (Apr 18 00 2:53 PM)


    Thiv

    		RAG is the melodic form while TAL is the rhythmic.

    Apr 19 00, 1:27 AM
    sequoianoir

    		Kalyana and Abhiranata are two of the best and choicest specimens of Hindu Ragas (melodies).

    and

    It will thus be seen that these melodies will never be executed on an instrument with fixed keys and tempered sharps and flats.

    http://www.theosociety.org/pasadena/theosoph/theos2b.htm

    Feb 19 04, 2:25 PM

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