Indian Music

Indian Music is a comprehensive book written by Ananda Coomaraswamy, a renowned Sri Lankan philosopher and art historian. The book is an in-depth exploration of the various aspects of Indian music, including its history, theory, and practice. The author takes the reader on a journey through the rich cultural heritage of Indian music, covering topics such as the origins of Indian music, the different types of ragas, the role of music in Indian society, and the spiritual significance of music in Indian culture.The book is divided into several chapters, each of which explores a different aspect of Indian music. The first chapter provides an overview of the history of Indian music, tracing its roots back to the Vedic period. The second chapter delves into the theory of Indian music, discussing the concepts of raga, tala, and swara. The third chapter explores the different types of ragas, including the melodic structure and emotional significance of each.The fourth chapter focuses on the role of music in Indian society, examining how music has been used for various purposes throughout history, such as in religious ceremonies, entertainment, and healing. The fifth chapter explores the spiritual significance of music in Indian culture, discussing how music has been used as a means of attaining spiritual enlightenment.Overall, Indian Music is a fascinating and informative book that provides a comprehensive overview of the rich cultural heritage of Indian music. It is an essential read for anyone interested in music, culture, or history.THIS 24 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Dance of Siva Fourteen Indian Essays, by Ananda Coomaraswamy. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 076612925X.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.