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WHAT'S ON GUIDE   next surdhwani event No Events Listed other events No Events Listed touring news Take a peek into the future, for organisers and enthusiasts alike. weekly classes learn to sing, play tabla or dance, Kathak style SUPPORT US   join surdhwani, subscribe, volunteer, become a sponsor, donate online give your support   ragas and indian classical music Indian classical music originated from the chanting of the Vedas, chanting based on Sam Veda. These could be compared with the Psalms in the Bible. The word raga literally means colour. Indian classical music is coloured by the emotions and moods and are closely associated with the various times of the day or the seasons of the year. read more... Please note that for your convenience, all these links will open in new windows. See also... hear a raga for the time of day buy indian classical music CDs and books indian classical instruments how to play     Introduction to Indian Classical Music Excellent intro by David Courtney Ph.d. carnatic music southern indian classical music dhrupad vocal Site with links & information about the dhrupad vocal tradition Back to top   Design © Rechord 2001. All rights reserved.