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What is a
Raaga - Raga?

Raagas occupy a very dominant
position in
Indian Classical Music
Definitions of a Raaga - Raga
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"Swaro Ki Wah Anupam Rachna Jise
Sunkar Anand Ki Prapti Ho, Raag Kahlati Hai"
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"A Raag is a beautiful
combination of musical notes that is pleasing to the ears when sung or
played on a musical instrument".
Based on the rules of Indian
Classical Music, to qualify as a Raga, the combination of notes must have
the following features -
* Notes ( swaras) - There must be atleast 5 notes or a maximum of 7
notes (swaras) in a Raag.
* Aaroh & Avroh - Every Raga must have an “Aaroh” - ascending notes &
an “Avroh” - descending movement of notes.
* Vadi & Samvadi - Every raag must have “Vadi” - most prominent &
dominating notes and “Samvadi” notes - notes that complement the dominating
notes.
* Melodious - A raag must be pleasant sounding and must be able to
enchant the listener with its melody.
* Key Note - The key not can never be missing in a Raag - ie, “C”
note or “Shadaj”.
In Indian Classical Music, many different ragas are recognised and played.
Each ragas has its own mood and specific identity that defines it.
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