Raag Yamani Bilawal – Dhrupad (Self-composed)

Presenting two new compositions of mine, in Raag Yamani Bilawal. As with most of my other compositions, the lyrics and the musical composition are both mine. The pieces are structured like a conversation – or a question and answer – between two friends. This is inspired by a conversation that I had in real life with a close friend. The first bandish (composition) is sad, while the second one is on a happier note.

1. Introduction and explanation of lyrics
2. Seeking the blessings of Lord Ganesha, Goddess Saraswati, the Gurus, and the Audience
3. Aalaap – free-flowing exploration of the raag
4. Bandish (the question) – Sukh Kaise Paaven – Chautaal, 12 beats (madhya laya, medium tempo)
5. Bandish (the reply) – Suno Sakhi Mori Pyaari – Sooltaal, 10 beats, drut (fast) laya