Rag Desh By Chiranji Lal Tanwar

Question 0

When was this version released?

Answer 0

2004

Question 1

What is a bhajan?

Answer 1

A Hindu devotional song

Question 2

What instruments accompany Chiranji?

Answer 2

Sarod, sarangi, pakhawaj, tabla and a pair of small cymbals

Question 3

What tal is used?

Answer 3

Keherwa tal is an 8-beat cycle (2+2+2+2)

Question 4

Describe 2 features of the Alap of this version

Answer 4

1. The sarangi and then the voice introduces the notes of the rag
2. The tempo is slow and no regular pulse

Question 5

Describe 3 features in the bhajan

Answer 5

1. The tabla joins playing keherwa tal
2. A sung verse is followed by short solos for sarangi and sarod. This pattern repeats a number of times
3. Tan war decorates important words with melismas and ornaments