Conference-Demonstration: Indian Music and Modal Improvisation

This engaging conference-demonstration explores the foundations of Indian music, offering insights into its unique elements and expressive depth.

• Drone and Pure Intonation: Learn about the principles of drone and pure intonation, contrasting them with Western tempered tuning.
• Indian Scales and Ragas: Discover distinctive Indian scales and the precise relationships between notes, as well as the origins of ragas and how they represent natural phenomena.
• Rhythm and Tabla Language: Understand the rhythmic cycles and the rich language of the tabla through live demonstrations.

The session will also demystify modal improvisation within the framework of a raga, illustrated on the sitar with tabla accompaniment. This aims to deepen your appreciation for the intricacies, emotional expression, and precision of Indian classical music.

This event is open to all and encourages questions, making it an enriching experience for music enthusiasts of any background.

Presented by Uwe Neumann