The Journey of the Sitar in Indian Classical Music

The Journey of the Sitar in Indian Classical Music
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Publisher : iUniverse
Total Pages : 161
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ISBN-10 : 9781475947076
ISBN-13 : 1475947070
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Book Synopsis The Journey of the Sitar in Indian Classical Music by : Dr. Swarn Lata

Download or read book The Journey of the Sitar in Indian Classical Music written by Dr. Swarn Lata and published by iUniverse. This book was released on 2013-02-07 with total page 161 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Since the thirteenth century, the sitara stringed, plucked instrument of Indiahas transformed into an instrument beloved by millions in its country of origin as well as all over the world. The Journey of the Sitar in Indian Classical Music details the origin, history, and playing styles of this unique stringed instrument. Dr. Swarn Lata relies on more than thirty-five years of experience teaching sitar to students from diverse cultures and communities as well as extensive research from libraries, museums, temples, and musicologists to compile a comprehensive guidebook filled with fascinating facts about the sitar. In a carefully organized format, Lata offers an in-depth examination of the meaning of musical instruments, the styles of different gharanas, and the place of the sitar in Indian classical music. Music is an extraordinary medium of expression that has the capability to bring the world together. This step-by-step guidebook shares a one-of-akind study of a unique instrument that produces a beautiful sound while providing an unforgettable spiritual experience to all who listen.


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