Great Jugalbandis

Great Jugalbandis is a release group featuring a solo vocal performance by Hindustani classical vocalist Kishori Amonkar. The recording centers on khayal and tarana compositions in Raga Bhoopali, a pentatonic raga associated with the late evening or early night raag tradition. The release date and original label remain undocumented in available sources.

Amonkar presents three tracks in this collection. The performance begins with an alap in Raga Bhoopali, an unmetered improvisational section that establishes the raga’s melodic framework. The second track, Raga: Bhoopali Vilambit Teentaal - Pratham Sur Saadhe, introduces a slow-tempo (vilambit) composition set to Teentaal, a 16-beat rhythmic cycle. The final track, Raga: Bhoopali Tarana - Teentaal, features a tarana, a vocal form characterized by rhythmic syllables and rapid melodic phrases, also in Teentaal.

The release format is not explicitly specified, though the structure suggests a studio or live concert recording distributed as an album. Amonkar’s rendition adheres to the Jaipur-Atrauli gharana style, marked by intricate taan patterns and emphasis on emotional depth in raga development. No accompanying instrumentalists or secondary artists are credited in the available tracklist. Further details regarding production, recording location, or reissue history are not confirmed.