Rag Desh 2 Flashcards
1
Q
What is a Bhajan
A
A rag with singing
2
Q
What is the sarod?
A
Plucked string instrument
3
Q
What is the sarangi?
A
Bowed string instrument
4
Q
What is a pakhawaj?
A
A long drum with a head at each end
5
Q
What instruments are used in this rag?
A
Sarod Sarangi Pakhawaj Tabla Small cymbals
6
Q
What is keherwa tal
A
8 beat cycle
2+2+2+2
7
Q
What instrument is in the alap?
A
Sarangi
8
Q
What does the sarangi and voice do in the alap?
A
Introduce rag notes
9
Q
When does the tabla join in?
A
The bhajan
10
Q
A sing verse is followed by _________________
A
Short solos on the sarangi and sarod
11
Q
What does Tanwar do with important words?
A
Decorated them with melismas and ornaments
