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Alapana

Also: Ragam, Raga alapana

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A slow, free exploration of a raga with no fixed beat.

Structure

The performer introduces the raga, creating its mood and preparing for the composition that follows. It is pure melodic improvisation without rhythmic constraints.

Related forms

References for this page

Type at least two letters. Try a raga name, a tala, or a word like "gamaka".