Music

Did you know that music is an essential part of culture. We have learned before that music from Japan, China, Korea, and the Philippines is used to preserve cultural traditions and values to express deep emotions. At this point of time we learn about other Asian and non-Asian musical cultures.

Like people of India, music is a sacred form of artistic expression dating back to ancient times. Over the centuries,the Indians have developed their own musical style, form, and principles of composition that are extremely different from the Western orientation.

Not all of us learn about India's intricate musical system, musical traditions, and historical background. We shall recall the Vedas, India's religious chants, to know the raga, the tala, and the drone which are the basic musical elements of India.