{"product_id":"the-raga-ness-of-ragas-ragas-beyond-the-grammar","title":"The Raga-Ness of Ragas: Ragas Beyond the Grammar","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBook Detail:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Deepak S. Raja\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/strong\u003e D.K. Printworld Pvt. Ltd.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEdition:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBinding:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hardcover\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 414\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRelease Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e 01-12-2015\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEAN:\u003c\/strong\u003e 9788124608357\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePackage Dimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8.8 x 5.9 x 1.3 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLanguages:\u003c\/strong\u003e English\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDescription:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis book offers a thorough and modern examination of the uniquely Indian concept of raga, which is central to India’s musical tradition. Drawing from the belief of maestros who describe a raga as possessing a personality, the book delves into the deeper cultural and musical implications of raga. It explores raga beyond just its grammatical coordinates, reflecting on its cultural significance and role within the broader artistic landscape. Divided into two parts, Part I offers conceptual essays that lay the theoretical groundwork, while Part II presents detailed case studies of fifty-one ragas. These case studies are enriched with references to authoritative texts and reviews of performances by contemporary maestros, providing a comprehensive understanding of ragas. The book is accessible not only to scholars and musicians but also to non-academic readers interested in the profound cultural impact of ragas in Indian music.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAuthor Details:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDeepak S. Raja is an established musician, researcher, and writer known for his expertise in Indian classical music. With three acclaimed books to his credit, Raja has made significant contributions to the study of ragas and their role in Indian music. His scholarly work and deep understanding of the subject have earned him recognition as an authority on the nuances of Indian musical traditions. As a musician, he is also a seasoned performer, and his writing brings both theoretical and practical insights to the exploration of ragas, making complex musicological ideas accessible to a wide range of readers.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"D.K. Printworld Pvt. Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49613324419376,"sku":"DKPrintWorld_9788124608357","price":1440.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0690\/9968\/4144\/files\/d-k-printworld-pvt-ltd-book-default-title-the-raga-ness-of-ragas-ragas-beyond-the-grammar-40400300146992.jpg?v=1775968907","url":"https:\/\/www.retailmaharaj.com\/products\/the-raga-ness-of-ragas-ragas-beyond-the-grammar","provider":"Retail Maharaj","version":"1.0","type":"link"}