About Bhavani Dayani
Bhavani Dayani is a studio album of Hindustani classical vocal music performed by Parveen Sultana. The label Saregama released the recording in 1997 on compact disc. The album features three tracks centered on khayal and sadra compositions in raga traditions, accompanied by instrumental support typical of the genre. The release date aligns with the recording’s official issuance that year.
Parveen Sultana presents two khayal performances in Raga Ahir Bhairav and Raga Nandkauns. The Ahir Bhairav segment includes a vilambit (slow-tempo) composition in Ektaal titled Sajan Aesi Ban Aaye. The Nandkauns section comprises a vilambit khayal in Ektaal, Vyakul Nainan Neer Bahayen, followed by a drut (fast-tempo) khayal in Teentaal, Padoon Tore Main Paiyan. The album concludes with a sadra in Raga Bhairav set to Jhaptaal, the title track Bhavani Dayani.
The recording captures Parveen Sultana’s interpretation of the Patiala gharana style, characterized by intricate taan patterns and emotive phrasing. Instrumental accompaniment includes tabla and harmonium, though specific artist credits for supporting musicians remain undocumented in available sources. Saregama produced the album as part of its classical music catalog, targeting audiences of North Indian vocal traditions.
The physical CD release contains no additional liner notes or alternate versions beyond the three primary tracks. The album’s title derives from the concluding sadra composition, which invokes the goddess Bhavani. No reissues or digital remasters have been confirmed under the original label as of the latest accessible records.