A basis for the organisation and classification of ragas depending on the notes used
Thaat:Bhairavi
Preferred time or season for playing
Time:Late morning
The most prominent note of a raga
VadiThe second most prominent note of a raga
Samvadi:,
Categorization based on number of notes used in aroh and avaroh
Jati:Containing 5 notes
AudavContaining 6 notes
ShadavEmotions evoked by the raga
Mood:Bhakti (Devotion), Karun (Sad, Compassionate), Shant (Serene, Peaceful)
It is said that this raga was created by Tansen’s son Bilaskhan. As the name suggests, it is a variant of Todi. The uniqueness of this raga is that Todi is presented using the notes of Bhairavi . This raga is serious in nature and hence suited only for classical presentations. occupies a major part of its presentation. The structure of the raga is complex. It uses , , and as notes. and are omitted in while is omitted in . One should be cautious in presenting this raga as it is very close to Komal Rishabh Asavari and Bhairavi, which also have the same notes.
A basis for the organisation and classification of ragas depending on the notes used
thaatMelodic improvisation that introduces and develops a raga
AlapA flat note
komalAscending movement of notes
arohDescending movement of notes
avaroh