In this book, first published in 1972, Indian music is given the comprehensive treatment it so richly deserves. The author brings a wealth of association with the country and its music into focus with a general introduction to the cultural and spiritual environment, and to the techniques, instruments and methods of the Indian musician.
By:
Peggy Holroyde Imprint: Routledge Country of Publication: United Kingdom Volume: 15 Dimensions:
Height: 234mm,
Width: 156mm,
Weight: 453g ISBN:9781138290792 ISBN 10: 1138290793 Series:Routledge Library Editions: British in India Pages: 304 Publication Date:27 March 2017 Audience:
College/higher education
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Further / Higher Education
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A / AS level
Format:Hardback Publisher's Status: Active
Foreword by Ravi Shankhar. 1. The Hindu Background 2. Ras Bhaav: The Feel of the Music 3. Historical Development and the Growth of the Aesthetic Principles 4. The Grammar of the Raag: Passion and Precision in the Craftsmanship 5. Memoria Technica 6. A Word for the Vocalist 7. Infinite Variations on One Theme