Appreciating Indian Music

Catalog description

An introduction to the basic elements of Indian classical music, such as “raga” and “tala”, “gharanas” (schools) and styles. Vocal and instrumental masterpieces are studied. Topics include: the roles of stringed and percussion instruments; the intimate relationship between music and religion, and music and ethnicity; and the influence of Indian classical music on contemporary art forms such as films and folk music. No previous musical training is required.