About Vocal Recital - Vol. 2
Vocal Recital – Vol. 2 is a studio album by Indian classical vocalist Kishori Amonkar. The release features her interpretation of Raga Miyan Malhar, a monsoon-themed raga in the Hindustani classical tradition. The album appeared on compact disc format in 2012.
Amonkar performs two compositions in this recording. The first track presents Karim Naam Tero in vilambit (slow tempo) Teen-Taal, a 16-beat rhythmic cycle. The second track delivers Umad Ghumad Garaj Garaj in drut (fast tempo) Ek Taal, an 11-beat cycle. Both pieces adhere to the structural conventions of khayal, the dominant vocal form in North Indian classical music. The album contains no additional tracks or accompanying artists.
The release date for Vocal Recital – Vol. 2 is January 1, 2012. The label information remains undocumented in available sources. The recording captures Amonkar’s signature approach to raga elaboration, emphasizing intricate taan patterns and microtonal phrasing. Further details about the production team, recording location, or session dates are not publicly confirmed.
Kishori Amonkar (1932–2017) belonged to the Jaipur-Atrauli gharana but developed a distinct style that incorporated elements from multiple traditions. This album exemplifies her later work, where she refined her exploration of raga aesthetics through sparse, meditative renditions. The absence of instrumental accompaniment beyond the standard tanpura drone and tabla percussion aligns with her preference for unadorned vocal expression.