About the Raga
Raga Kedar is a prominent Hindustani classical raga associated with the late evening. It is known for its distinctive treatment of Madhyam, using both Shuddha and Tivra Madhyam, and for its graceful, devotional and contemplative character. The raga has a strong melodic identity and is particularly suited to slow and detailed development.
| Feature | Information |
|---|---|
| Raga | Kedar |
| Thaat | Kalyan |
| Jati | Shadav–Shadav |
| Aroha | S M M P D P S′ |
| Avaroha | S′ N D P M P M G R S |
| Vadi | Ma |
| Samvadi | Sa |
| Important Feature | Both Shuddha & Tivra Madhyam |
| Time | Late evening |
Artist: Ustad Rahimuddin Dagar
Form: Dhrupad
Tradition: Dagar Bani
Raga: Kedar
About the Recording
This performance presents Raga Kedar in the Dhrupad tradition of Ustad Rahimuddin Dagar, offering an example of the spacious and deeply melodic approach associated with the Dagar Bani.
About the Artist
Ustad Rahimuddin Dagar was a distinguished member of the Dagar family and an important exponent of the Dhrupad tradition. His contribution forms part of the rich lineage of Dagar musicians who helped preserve and transmit Dhrupad through the twentieth century.
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