About Ustad Bade Ghulam Ali Khan
Ustad Bade Ghulam Ali Khan is a compilation album released in May 2006 under the T-Series label. The album features recordings by Bade Ghulam Ali Khan, a prominent Hindustani classical vocalist of the Patiala gharana. The release format is a commercial audio CD with a total of two tracks.
The album includes a performance of Raga Darbari Kanada, a heavy and profound raga traditionally rendered in the late evening or night. The second track is a thumri, a semi-classical vocal form known for its expressive and lyrical qualities. Specific recording dates and original performance contexts for these tracks remain undocumented in the available release details.
Bade Ghulam Ali Khan (1902–1968) was celebrated for his mastery of khyal, thumri, and dadra, blending technical precision with emotional depth. His contributions to Indian classical music earned him the title Tansen of the 20th Century. This posthumous release compiles archival material, though the exact provenance of the recordings is not specified in the 2006 edition.
The album carries no additional liner notes or accompanying documentation in the standard commercial release. The track selection reflects Khan’s signature styles, with Raga Darbari Kanada showcasing his command of slow, meditative alap and intricate taans, while the thumri exemplifies his ability to convey bhava (emotion) through melodic improvisation. The 2006 release marks one of several reissues of Khan’s work by T-Series, aimed at preserving and disseminating his legacy to newer audiences.
No information is provided regarding session musicians, accompanying instrumentalists, or the original recording engineers for these tracks. The album cover and packaging adhere to T-Series’ standard design for classical reissues, featuring a portrait of Bade Ghulam Ali Khan alongside minimalist typography. The release date aligns with the label’s periodic catalog expansions of vintage Indian classical recordings.