Some Popular Raag

RAAG AHIR BHAIRAV

Here is an easy tutorial for Raag Ahir Bhairav.  Following is the very basic information on Raag Ahir Bhairav.  For more information, you may like to explore more on the internet like tanarang.com where more information on Raag Ahir Bhairav is given in detail.

Thaat : Bhairav

Rass (Nature) : Vishad (Sad)

Jaati : Sampurna – Sampurna

Vikrit Swar : Komal Nishad (n) and Komal Rishabh (r)

Aroh (7 notes) : S r G M P D n S’

Avroh (7 notes) : S’ n D P M G r S

Vaadi Swar : M (Shuddh Madhyam)

Samvaadi Swar : S (Shadaj)

SONGS BASED ON RAAG AHIR BHAIRAV

DISCLAIMER: While Hindustani Classical Raags follow a set pattern of notes, the film songs based on Raag Ahir Bhairav may not necessarily follow every rule of this Raag.  Composers take liberty to experiment with the notes and may deviate from the set pattern just to enhance the melody of the song.

Same is the case while jotting down the notations of songs.  Hence, it is advised that you must not stop experimenting with the basic notations which are given in this website and must continue to improvise as per your convenience.

Following are the Sargam notations of few of the songs (available on this site) based on Raag Ahir Bhairav: 

• Ka karoon sajni aye na balam
• Meri veena tum bin roye
• Solah baras ki bali umar ko salam
• Ab tere bin jee lenge hum
• Waqt karta jo wafa aap hamare hote
• Mann anand anand chhayo

Thaat : Kafi

Rass (Nature) : Virah Rass (Sadness)

Jaati : Audav – Sampurna

Vikrit Swar : Komal Gandhar (g), Komal Nishad (n)

Aroh (5 notes) : S g M D n S’ 

Avroh (7 notes) : S’ n D P M g R S

Vaadi Swar : M (Shuddh Madhyam)

Samvaadi Swar : S (Shadaj)

Pakad : D n S | M | M P D | M g R S 

SONGS BASED ON RAAG BAGESHRI

DISCLAIMER: While Hindustani Classical Raags follow a set pattern of notes, the film songs based on Raag Bageshri may not necessarily follow every rule of this Raag.  Composers take liberty to experiment with the notes and may deviate from the set pattern just to enhance the melody of the song.

Same is the case while jotting down the notations of songs.  Hence, it is advised that you must not stop experimenting with the basic notations which are given in this website and must continue to improvise as per your convenience.

Sargam of the following song is available on this site : 

1. Aja re mai to kab se
2. Jaag dard-e-ishq jaag
3. Kaun aya mere man ke dware
4. Radha na bole na bole  
5. Yuhi tum mujhse bat karti ho
6. Dur koi gaye dhun ye sunaye

RAAG BRINDABANI SARANG

Raag Brindabani Sarang is a beautiful and popular raga in Hindustani classical music. It is believed to have originated from the Brindavan area of Uttar Pradesh, India, and is commonly associated with the spring season. The raga is characterized by its serene and romantic mood, with a focus on the lower and middle octaves of the scale.

This is a very basic information for beginners on Raag Brindavani Sarang or otherwise called Raag Sarang.  Detailed information can be found on other resources like Tanarang.com.

Thaat : Kaafi.  Learn 10 Thaats of Hindustani Classical Music in an easy method. 

Rass (Nature) : Shringar Rass (Romantic)

Jaati : Audav – Audav

Aroh (5 notes) : S R M P N S’ 

Avroh (5 notes) : S’ n  P M R S (Komal Nishad (n) in desendence)

Vaadi Swar : R (Rishabh)

Samvaadi Swar : P (Pancham)

Pakad : N S R M | R S R M P… | R M P n | P M P n S’

The mood or ras of Raag Brindabani Sarang is said to be Shringar or romantic love, and it is often used to express the emotions of separation and longing in love. The raga is traditionally performed during noon, and it is associated with the summer season.

SONGS BASED ON RAAG BRINDABANI SARANG

DISCLAIMER: While Hindustani Classical Raags follow a set pattern of notes, the film songs based on Raag Brindavani Sarang may not necessarily follow every rule of this Raag.  Composers take liberty to experiment with the notes and may deviate from the set pattern just to enhance the melody of the song.

Same is the case while jotting down the notations of songs.  Hence, it is advised that you must not stop experimenting with the basic notations which are given in this website and must continue to improvise as per your convenience.

1. Sawan Aye Ya Na Aye (Dil Diya Dard Liya)
2. Haye re haye ye tere hath me mera hath (Kashmir Ki Kali)
3. Jadugar Sayiyan Chhoro Mori Baiyan (Naagin)
4. Jhooti Mooti Mitwa (Rudali)
5. Tumhare bin jee na lage ghar me (Bhumika)
6. Ghoomar Ghoomar (Padmavat)
7. Jag Ghumiya (Sultan)
8. Tharki Chhokro (P.K.)

Sargam notations of following song based on Raag Brindavani Sarang is available on this website:

RAAG BHAIRAV

Thaat : Bhairav.  Learn 10 Thaats of HCM in an easy method. 

Rass (Nature) : Virah, Bhakti Rass (Sadness, Devotional)

Jaati : Sampoorn

Vikrit Swar : Komal Rishabh (r), Komal Dhaivat (d)

Aroh (7 notes) : S r G M P d N S’ 

Avroh (7 notes) : S’ N d P M G r S

Vaadi Swar : d (Komal Dhaivat)

Samvaadi Swar : r (Komal Rishabh)

Pakad : G M d | d P | G M r | r S…

SONGS BASED ON RAAG BHAIRAV

DISCLAIMER: While Hindustani Classical Raags follow a set pattern of notes, the film songs based on Raag Bhairav may not necessarily follow every rule of this Raag.  Composers take liberty to experiment with the notes and may deviate from the set pattern just to enhance the melody of the song.

Same is the case while jotting down the notations of songs.  Hence, it is advised that you must not stop experimenting with the basic notations which are given in this website and must continue to improvise as per your convenience.

• Mohe Bhul Gaye Sanvariya
• Jaago, Mohan Pyare Jaago
• Waqt Karta Jo Wafa
• Meri Veena Tum Bin Roye

RAAG BHAIRAVI

Following is the very basic tutorial on Raag Bhairavi.  This Raag uses all the 12 swars, hence, performers find it very suitable to do experiments.  For more information, you may like to explore more on the internet like Chandrakantha where more information on Raag Bhairavi is given.

Thaat : Bhairavi

Rass (Nature) : Virah, Milaap (Sad, Joy)

Jaati : Sampurna – Sampurna

Vikrit Swar : r g d n

Aroh (7 notes) : S r g M P d n S’ 

Avroh (7 notes) : S n d P M g r S’

Vaadi Swar : M (Shuddh Madhyam)

Samvaadi Swar : S (Shadaj)

Pakad : M g | S r S | d n S 

Time for playing : Morning.

DISCLAIMER: While Hindustani Classical Raags follow a set pattern of notes, the film songs based on Raags Bahiravi  may not necessarily follow every rule of this Raag.  Composers take liberty to experiment with the notes and may deviate from the set pattern just to enhance the melody of the song.

Same is the case while jotting down the notations of songs.  Hence, it is advised that you must not stop experimenting with the basic notations which are given in this website and must continue to improvise as per your convenience.

Sargam of following Songs on Raag Bhairavi are available on this site:

• Aye mere pyare watan
• Kar chale hum fida (Mishr Bhairavi)
• Jaha dal dal par sone ki
• Mera karma tu (dil diya hai)
• Aaya hai mujhe phir yaad wo zalim
• Aye mere dil kahi aur chal
• Dost dost n raha
• Ja re jare ud ja re panchhi
• Jeena yaha marna yaha
• Jiya jale jaan jale
• Kisi baat par mai kisi se khafa hu
• Laga chunri me daag
• Meethe bol bole
• Nache man more magan trikta dhigi dhigi
• Pyar hua ikrar hua hai 

RAAG BHIMPALASI

Following is the very basic tutorial on Raag Bhimpalasi.  For more information, you may like to explore more on the internet like wikipedia where more information on Raag Bhimplasi is given in detail.

Thaat : Kafi

Rass (Nature) : Sringar Rass (Romantic)

Jaati : Audav – Sampurna

Vikrit Swar : Komal Nishad (n) and Komal Gandhar (g)

Aroh (5 notes) : n S g M P 

Avroh (7 notes) : S n D P M g R S’

Vaadi Swar : M (Shuddh Madhyam)

Samvaadi Swar : S (Shadaj)

Pakad : ,n S g M P | n D P | S’ | n D P | M g R S…

Time for playing : Afternoon

SONGS BASED ON RAAG BHIMPALASI

DISCLAIMER: While Hindustani Classical Raags follow a set pattern of notes, the film songs based on Raags Bhimpalasi may not necessarily follow every rule of this Raag.  Composers take liberty to experiment with the notes and may deviate from the set pattern just to enhance the melody of the song.

Same is the case while jotting down the notations of songs.  Hence, it is advised that you must not stop experimenting with the basic notations which are given in this website and must continue to improvise as per your convenience.

RAAG BHUPALI

Following is the very basic information on Raag Bhupali, also known as Bhoop, Bhopali, or Bhoopali.  

For more information, you may like to explore more on the internet like Tanarang.com where more details on Raag Bhupali is given.

Thaat : Kalyan

Rass (Nature) : Bhakti Rass (Devotional)

Jaati : Audav – Audav

Vikrit Swar : None

Varjit Swar : Madhyam (M) and Nishad (N)

Aroh (5 notes) : S R G P D S’ 

Avroh (5 notes) : S’ D P G R S

Vaadi Swar : G (Shuddh Gandhar)

Samvaadi Swar : D (Shuddh Dhaiwat)

Pakad : G R G | P G | D P | S’ D P G | P G R G | G R S

Time for playing : Evening ( 6 – 9 pm)

SONGS BASED ON RAAG BHUPALI

DISCLAIMER: While Hindustani Classical Raags follow a set pattern of notes, the film songs based on Raag Bhuplai may not necessarily follow every rule of this Raag.  Composers take liberty to experiment with the notes and may deviate from the set pattern just to enhance the melody of the song.

Same is the case while jotting down the notations of songs.  Hence, it is advised that you must not stop experimenting with the basic notations which are given in this website and must continue to improvise as per your convenience.

Sargam notations of following songs based on Raag Bhupali are available on this site: 

1. Chanda hai tu mera suraj hai tu
2. Dekha ek khwab to ye
3. Gata rahe mera dil
4. Hum tumse na kucch keh paye
5. In ankhon ki masti ke
6. Jyoti Kalash Chhalke
7. Kanchi re kanchi re
8. Sayonara Sayonara
9. Zindagi dene wale sun

RAAG BIHAG

This is a very basic information for beginners on Raag Bihag.  Detailed information can be found on other resources like Wikipedia.

Thaat : Bilaval.  Learn 10 Thaats of Hindustani Classical Music in an easy method. 

Rass (Nature) : Prem Rass (Romantic)

Jaati : Audav – Sampurna

Aroh (5 notes) : S G M P N S’ 

Avroh (7 notes) : S’ N D P M G R S

Vaadi Swar : G (Gandhar)

Samvaadi Swar : N (Nishad)

Pakad : N S G | G M G | PMP GMG | PM GM GR S…

SONGS BASED ON RAAG BIHAG

DISCLAIMER: While Hindustani Classical Raags follow a set pattern of notes, the film songs based on Raag Bihag may not necessarily follow every rule of this Raag.  Composers take liberty to experiment with the notes and may deviate from the set pattern just to enhance the melody of the song.

Same is the case while jotting down the notations of songs.  Hence, it is advised that you must not stop experimenting with the basic notations which are given in this website and must continue to improvise as per your convenience.

Sargam notations of following song based on Raag Bihag is available on this website:

1. Beeti na bitaayi raina
2. Koi gaata main so jaata
3. Tum to pyar ho sajni
4. Tu jaha jaha chalega mera saya
5. Zindagi ke safar mein guzar jaate hain

RAAG KIRWANI

Thaat : Not defined. Since this Raag belongs to Carnatic music and it contains Komal Gandhar and Komal Nishad, so, it does not fit into the 10 Thaats of Hindustani Classical music (HCM).  Learn 10 Thaats of HCM in an easy method. 

Rass (Nature) : Prem Rass (Romantic)

Jaati : Sampurna – Sampurna

Vikrit Swar : Komal Gandhar (g), Komal Dhaivat (d)

Aroh (7 notes) : S R g M P d N S’ 

Avroh (7 notes) : S’ N d P M g R S

Vaadi Swar : P (Pancham)

Samvaadi Swar : S (Shadaj)

Pakad : d P g | R S R | R g M P d P…

SONGS BASED ON RAAG KIRWANI

DISCLAIMER: While Hindustani Classical Raags follow a set pattern of notes, the film songs based on Raag Kirwani may not necessarily follow every rule of this Raag.  Composers take liberty to experiment with the notes and may deviate from the set pattern just to enhance the melody of the song.

Same is the case while jotting down the notations of songs.  Hence, it is advised that you must not stop experimenting with the basic notations which are given in this website and must continue to improvise as per your convenience.

Some of the popular songs based on this Raag :

• Meri bhigi bhigi si
• Ane wala pal
• Aye husn e beparwah
• O neend n mujhko
• Apke pehlu me ake
• Charag dil ka jalao

RAAG PAHADI

Following is the very basic tutorial on Raag Pahadi.  As the name suggests, this raag belongs to mountains. Natives of mountains composed folk melodies in this Raag.  For more information, you may like to explore more on the internet like soundofindia where more information on Raag Pahadi is given in detail.

Thaat : Bilawal

Rass (Nature) : Harsh, Virah Rass (Happy, Sad)

Jaati : Audav – Sampurna

Vikrit Swar : None

Aroh (5 notes) : S R G P D S’ 

Avroh (7 notes) : S N D P M G R S’

Vaadi Swar : P (Pancham)

Samvaadi Swar : S (Shadaj)

Pakad : S D | P D | M G | P D S…

Time for playing : Generally Evening, but not restricted.

SONGS BASED ON RAAG PAHADI

DISCLAIMER: While Hindustani Classical Raags follow a set pattern of notes, the film songs based on Raags Pahadi  may not necessarily follow every rule of this Raag.  Composers take liberty to experiment with the notes and may deviate from the set pattern just to enhance the melody of the song.

Same is the case while jotting down the notations of songs.  Hence, it is advised that you must not stop experimenting with the basic notations which are given in this website and must continue to improvise as per your convenience.

Sargam of following Songs on Raag Pahadi are available on this site:

1. Aage bhi jane na tu
2. Aja re Aja re o mere dilbar aja
3. Chalo sajna jahan tak ghata chale
4. Chand si mehbooba ho meri kab
5. Chaudvin ka chaand ho
6. Dil men ik lahar si uthi hai abhi
7. Dil pukare aa re aa re are
8. Diwana mujhsa nahi
9. Ham aap ki aankhon mein is dil ko
10. Husn pahado ka
11. Janewalo zara mur ke dekho
12. Jeet hi lengi baazi hum tum
13. Jo wada kiya wo nibhana padega
14. Karwate badalte rahe
15. Kaun aya ke nigaho me chamak
16. Panchhi banun udti phirun
17. Phoolon ke rang se
18. Sawan ke jhule pade tum chale aao
19. Suhani Raat Dhal  Chuki
20. Thaheriye hosh men aa lun to chale jaiyega
21. Tujhko pukare mera pyar
22. Tum mujhe bhool bhi jao
23. Tum Pukar Lo
24. Zulmi sang aankh ladi 

RAAG SHIVRANJANI

Following is the very basic information on Raag Shivranjani.  For more information, you may like to explore more on the internet like wikipedia where more information on Raag Shivranjani is given in detail.

Thaat : Kafi

Rass (Nature) : Virah Rass (Sad)

Jaati : Audav – Audav

Vikrit Swar : Komal Gandhar (g)

Varjit Swar : Madhyam (M) and Nishad (N)

Aroh (5 notes) : S R g P D S’ 

Avroh (5 notes) : S’ D P g R S

Vaadi Swar : P (Pancham)

Samvaadi Swar : S (Shadaj)

Pakad : R g P | D P g R | g S R D S

Time for playing : Late evening till Midnight

SONGS BASED ON RAAG SHIVRANJANI

DISCLAIMER: While Hindustani Classical Raags follow a set pattern of notes, the film songs based on Raag Shivranjani may not necessarily follow every rule of this Raag.  Composers take liberty to experiment with the notes and may deviate from the set pattern just to enhance the melody of the song.

Same is the case while jotting down the notations of songs.  Hence, it is advised that you must not stop experimenting with the basic notations which are given in this website and must continue to improvise as per your convenience.

Following are the Sargam notations of songs based on Raag Shivranjani, available on this site: 

1. Awaz deke hame tum bulao
2. Baharo phool barsao
3. Dil ke jharoke me tujhko bitha kar
4. Hero theme tune
5. Jane kaha gaye wo din
6. Kahee deep jale kahee dil
7. Mere naina sawan bhado
8. O mere sanam
9. Rimjhim ke geet sawan gaye
10. Tere mere beech me
11. O sathi re tere bina bhi kya jeena
12. Tere mere beech me
13. Khabar Mori na Li ni re
14. Baharon phul barsao
15. Banake kyu bigada re
16. Dhak dhak karne laga
17. Tumse milkar na jane kyu
18. Dil ke jharokhe me

Rass (Nature) : Bhakti Rass (Devotion)

Jaati : Sampurna – Sampurna

Vikrit Swar : Tivr Madhyam (M#)

Aroh (7 notes) : S R G M# P D N S’

Avroh (7 notes) : S’ N D P M# G R S

Vaadi Swar : G (Shuddh Gandhar)

Samvaadi Swar : N (Shuddh Nishad)

How is Raag Yaman different from Raag Yaman Kalyan?

SONGS BASED ON RAAG YAMAN

DISCLAIMER: While Hindustani Classical Raags follow a set pattern of notes, the film songs based on Raag Yaman may not necessarily follow every rule of this Raag.  Composers take liberty to experiment with the notes and may deviate from the set pattern just to enhance the melody of the song.

Same is the case while jotting down the notations of songs.  Hence, it is advised that you must not stop experimenting with the basic notations which are given in this website and must continue to improvise as per your convenience.

• Mausam hai ashiqana
• Jab deep jale ana
• Ansoo bhari hai
• Chandan sa badan
• Dil jo na keh saka
• Seene me sulagte hai armaan

RAAG YAMAN KALYAN

This is a very basic information on Raag Yaman Kalyan for beginners.  For more detailed information you may like to refer to resources like wikipedia.

Thaat : Kalyan

Rass (Nature) : Prem Rass (Romantic)

Jaati : Sampurna – Sampurna

Vikrit Swar : Tivr Madhyam (M#)

Aroh (7 notes) : S R G M P D N S’ 

Avroh (7 notes) : S’ N D P M# G R S

Vaadi Swar : G (Shuddh Gandhar)

Samvaadi Swar : N (Shuddh Nishad)

Pakad : N R G | R M P | M# P D | D N S’…

The difference between Raag Yaman and Raag Yaman Kalyan is :

In Raag Yaman, Madhyam is used only as Tivra M (M#)

In Raag Yaman Kalyan, both Madhyams – Shuddh (M) and Tivra (M#) are used. 

SONGS BASED ON RAAG YAMAN KALYAN

DISCLAIMER: While Hindustani Classical Raags follow a set pattern of notes, the film songs based on Raag Yaman Kalyan may not necessarily follow every rule of this Raag.  Composers take liberty to experiment with the notes and may deviate from the set pattern just to enhance the melody of the song.

Same is the case while jotting down the notations of songs.  Hence, it is advised that you must not stop experimenting with the basic notations which are given in this website and must continue to improvise as per your convenience.