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Summary: Just like India, Hindustani vocal music has a long and rich history. Learn about the history of Hindustani vocal music in this free online video voice lesson on the traditional Indian singing style.
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Amelia Maciszewski Amelia Maciszewski has dedicated her entire life to studying and teaching Hindustani instrumental and vocal music. She has a Ph.D. in Ethnomusicology and has... read more
Vocal music is probably the oldest form. It has been around as long as history and before. Vocalist sang and still sing in Temples, they sing in court and now people sing in recording studio and the concert hall. So singing also takes place anywhere. Singing is part of life rituals, worship, play, recordings. Vocal music and drumming is the most important and immediate part of everyday life. I think not only in Indian culture but cultures around the world.