Indian Classical

Indian Classical music is a genre of music that has been around for centuries and is still popular today. It is based on two main styles, the Hindustani and Carnatic styles. The Hindustani style is from the northern part of India and is characterized by its use of improvisation and its focus on melody. The Carnatic style is from the southern part of India and is characterized by its focus on rhythm and its use of complex rhythmic patterns. Both styles are based on the raga system, which is a set of melodic rules that govern the composition of a piece. Indian Classical music is often performed with instruments such as the sitar, tabla, and sarod. It is also often accompanied by singing, which is usually in the form of devotional songs or bhajans.