Chalan (music)

In Hindustani music, a Chalan is an extensive series of note patterns which summarises the development of a particular raga. It discloses the basic grammar of the raga and provides a treatment and melodic context of each tone.[1]

Chalan is the movement of a raga or development of a raga while performing Alap. It may also refer to a Pakad of a raga. (Note: Chalan is mostly similar to the Pakad of a raga)

For example, the Chalan of the Kedar (raga) is सा म ग प मे (tivra) म रे सा |

Beneath are some Chalans of different ragas for better understanding:

  • Bridabani Sarang - Ni Sa Re Ma Re Pa Ma Re Ni Sa
  • Sohni - Sa Ni Dha, Ga Ma# Dha Ga Ma# Ga
  • Ahir Bhairav - S r G M G M r ṇ Ḍ ṇ r S

See also

References
  1. Joep Bor (2002). The raga guide : a survey of 74 Hindustani ragas. Monmouth: Wystone Estate. p. 2. ISBN 9780954397609.


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