Khamaj

A lyrical raga with a strong home in light-classical music. The contrast between its bright upper ascent and softer descending Ni offers a generous space for expressive songs.

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6 sourced songs6 film songs1 labelled raag-based0 YouTube recordings2 Spotify links

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AROHANA · ASCENT

S G m P D N S′

AVAROHANA · DESCENT

S′ n D P m G R S

Thaat: Khamaj
Jati: Shadav–Sampurna
Vadi / Samvadi: G / N

Reading the notes ↗

The basic outline uses shuddha Ni ascending and komal ni descending. Mishra treatments permit further colours and are common in lighter forms. These are introductory outlines; phrases, ornament and tradition give a raga its identity.

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