Raag Kedar Introduction

Raag Kedar Introduction

Belonging Thaat -KALYAN

Notes Ascending (AAROH):SA MA  MA PA DHA PA NI  DHA SA.

Notes Descending (AVROH ):SA'NI  DHA  PA  TIVRA MA PA  DHA  PA  MA , MA RE SA SA .

Time :7:00 pm - 10:00 pm

Vaadi: MA

Samvadi: SA'

Jaati : VAKR AUDAV-SADAV

DESCRIPTION

Raag Kedar is one of the most revered, soul-stirring evening ragas in Hindustani classical music. Steeped in history and spiritual lore, it is traditionally counted among the three "immortal ragas" alongside Raag Deepak and Raag Malhar.

Key Characteristics & Musical Rules:

• Immortal Legacy: According to classical legend, Kedar holds an eternal status in Indian music alongside Deepak and Malhar, and is famously associated with devotion—including the legendary stories of the saint-poet Narsinh Mehta.

• Parent Thaat: Kalyan Thaat

• Subtle Usage of Gandhar (Ga): Gandhar (Ga) is used very delicate and lightly (Alpa Swara), typically appearing after Madhyam (Ma) in specific phrases like M P D P M, M G P M \ S.

• Komal Ni as Vivadi Swara: As with many ragas derived from the Kalyan Thaat, Komal Nishad (n) is occasionally employed as a decorative, contrasting note (Vivadi Swara) to enhance its emotional depth and aesthetic beauty.

• Performance Mood: Highly expressive, serene, and deeply devotional (Bhakti Rasa).