Dhrupad, the Oldest Surviving Classical Style of North Indian Vocal Music
Following the previous interview with Gundecha Brothers, who dedicated their lives to continuing this style of music, we present the part II of the talk, where among other interesting insights, the main topics covered are: The importance of Sanskrit and the connection between Dhrupad and this language, the three notes used in the Vedic chanting style, and the difference between mantra chanting and mantra singing. Dhrupad claims the distinction of being the oldest form of Indian Classical mu...