Raga Darbari Kanada (North India - Surbahar)

Kushal Das released Raga Darbari Kanada (North India - Surbahar) on November 3, 2023. The album presents a solo instrumental performance of Raga Darbari Kanada on the surbahar, a plucked string instrument used in Hindustani classical music. The surbahar, known for its deep tonal range, serves as the primary instrument throughout the recording.

The release consists of three tracks. The first track, "Raga Darbari Kanada – Alap," introduces the raga through a slow, meditative exploration of its melodic framework. The second track, "Raga Darbari Kanada – Jhor," increases the tempo and rhythmic complexity while maintaining the raga's characteristic phrases. The third track, "Raga Darbari Kanada – Jhala," concludes the performance with a faster, more intricate rhythmic section, showcasing the artist's technical proficiency.

Kushal Das, a sitar and surbahar player, is recognized for his contributions to Hindustani classical music. He studied under Pandit Ajoy Chakraborty and Pandit Buddhadev Das Gupta, among others. The album does not specify a record label. The release format and distribution details remain unconfirmed in available sources.