Rag Desh (All Versions) Flashcards
1
Q
When is the piece usually performed?
A
At night
2
Q
What tradition is it from?
A
Hindustani
3
Q
What is the melody based on?
A
The notes of the Rag
4
Q
Describe the melody
A
Ascending and descending Mainly conjunct Has scales Is ornamented Is improvised
5
Q
How is the gat/bhajan different to the rest of the piece?
A
It is a fixed composition instead of improvised
6
Q
What are the dynamics in the alap?
A
Quiet
7
Q
What are the dynamics in the gat?
A
Louder than the alap and more dynamically varied
8
Q
What dynamic changes occur?
A
Some crescendos and accents
9
Q
What does the tabla add to?
A
The dynamic level
10
Q
What are the instruments in Version 1?
A
Sitar
Tabla
Tambura
11
Q
What are the instruments in Version 2?
A
Voice Sarod Sarangi Pakhawaj Cymbals Tabla
12
Q
What are the instruments in Version 3?
A
Bansuri Esraj Tabla Synth pad Tambura
13
Q
Describe the rhythm in the Alap
A
Free time
14
Q
Describe the rhythm in the Gat
A
Metred
15
Q
What is the rhythm based on?
A
Tal
