Karnatak Raga

Tonal relationships and melodic movement in Karnatak raga are linear and horizontal in contrast to the harmonic and vertical relationships central to Western classical music. South Indian raga evolved over centuries, its distinct character established by the thirteenth century. Throughout its history, composers and performers have been continually creating and recreating ragas through composition and improvisation. The term rāga is used in a variety of ways; its meaning is both abstract and elusive...