Theory of Indian Music  (Hardcover, Bishan Swarup)

Music being perceptible through the ears, it takes time to have its effect on emotions and it must be admitted that emotions created are not very definite. The help of words in form of songs or poetry is therefore sought and acting is resorted is for better effect. Here in India music is treated quite independently. Hymns of Samaveda were sung over three thousand year ago, the tunes must have been composed with subject matter of the songs and vice versa. Music is also sought to the medicinal properties. All such things are discussed in the book Contents I. Introduction II. Sound TH. III Musical Notes IV. Musical Notes—(Continued) V Vikrita Notes VI. Scales VII. New Scales VIII. Relation of Notes With Each Other IX. Tunes X. Ragas or Melodious Tunes XI. Rhythm or Timing XII, Harmony XIII, Indian Ragas and Raginis