Enchanting All The Way

Enchanting All The Way is an Indian classical music album by sitar maestro Vilayat Khan. The album was released in 1980. It is an official studio recording. The primary format is a 12-inch vinyl record. His Master’s Voice (HMV) served as the label for this release.

Vilayat Khan performs two extended compositions on the album. The first track, Raga Mand-Bhairav – Alap, features an expansive alap section. This segment explores the raga’s melodic framework without rhythmic accompaniment. The second track, Raga Mishra Mand – Gat: Tritaal, introduces a gat in teental, a 16-beat rhythmic cycle. The gat incorporates improvisational passages within the structured composition.

The album showcases Vilayat Khan’s signature style, characterized by intricate meend (glissando) techniques and nuanced phrasing. The recording captures the depth of the raga system, emphasizing both technical precision and emotive expression. The context does not specify additional musicians or accompanists involved in the performance.

The release date aligns with Vilayat Khan’s prolific period of studio recordings in the late 20th century. The album remains a documented example of his contributions to the instrumental khayal tradition of Hindustani classical music. No further details about the recording session, production personnel, or subsequent reissues are available in the provided context.