Characteristics of Kritis Flashcards
1
Q
Origin of Kritis
A
16th century
Formed from Keertanas
2
Q
Difference from Keertanas
A
Matu Pradhana Rachanas
though have some lyrics, the raga is main
3
Q
What ragas/talas are used?
A
All kinds! but follow raga laskhanas rigoriously
4
Q
How can it be performed?
A
Mostly solo singing because there is a lot of gamakas which can sound bad in a group.
Range of kritis are also 2-2.5 octaves so harder for common people to sing
5
Q
Parts of a Kritis
A
Pallavi
Anupallavi
some Charanas
(mudra charana is at the end)
6
Q
How is bhava showed?
A
Through sangatis and raga
7
Q
Manodharma?
A
Yes!
8
Q
When are they used in a concert?
A
Majority of concert
9
Q
Types of Kritis
A
Navagraha Kritis
Navavarana Kritis
