a r t i s t : Pandit Pran Nath
t i t l e : Raga Cycle (Palace Theatre, Paris 1972)
d a t e : 2007
l a b e l : Sri Moonshine
g e n r e : Ethnic
r l s. d a t e : Jan/2008
t r a c k s : 02
b i t r a t e : VBRkbps
s i z e : 61,1 MB
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The first of the long awaited recordings from the historic
Raga Cycle concerts which took place at the Palace Theatre in
Paris, 1972 is now available.
One of the undeniable beauties of Indian Classical Music is
its strong connection to nature and especially the binding
relationship of Raga melodies to their appropriate time of
day. An elegant curve of melody, a subtle lowering of pitch,
or an assertiveness attached to a particular note help to
define the effect of a Raga. There are Ragas for all the times
of day and night as well as seasons and when they are sung at
their approriate time their effectiveness is noticeably
enhanced. Pandit Pran Nath's knowledge of this musical science
was extraordinary and he made it his life's work to probe
deeply with his expressive voice the true character of each
raga using his matchless pitch discrimination and compelling
emotional range. Accompanying Pran Nath in these Palace
Theatre Concerts are his American disciples, La MonteYoung and
Marian Zazeela, tambouras, and Terry Riley, tabla. The Raga
Cycle at the Palace Theatre in Paris, 1972 showcased Pandit
Pran Nath at the peak of his powers. The Raga Cycle took place
over three consecutive days. Friday, May 28th night ragas,
Saturday May 29th, late afternoon ragas and Sunday, May 30th
The Raga Cycle at the Palace Theatre in Paris, 1972 showcased
Pandit Pran Nath at the peak of his powers.
-Terry Riley www.terryriley.com
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01-raga shudh sarang [33:20]
02-raga kut todi [12:10]
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45:30 min