Sthai
In Carnatic music, Sthai or Staayi refers to the octave.[1] Madhyama sthai refers to the middle octave, Tara sthai refers to the upper octave and Mandhira sthai refers to the lower octave.[1]
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Concepts |
Types
The Five types of Sthai are:
Name of Staayi | Octave | Method of Denoting |
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Anumandra Staayi | 2 octaves below | Two dots below the Swara |
Mandara Staayi | Lower octave | One dot below the Swara |
Madhya Staayi | Middle octave | Swara without dots |
Thara Staayi | Higher octave | One dot above the Swara |
Anu Thara Staayi | 2 Octaves above | Two dots above the Swara |
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See also
References
- Ragas in Carnatic music by Dr. S. Bhagyalekshmy, Pub. 1990, CBH Publications
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