Alap-Jor-Jhala

Homage To Mother Teresa is a studio album by Indian classical sarod maestro Amjad Ali Khan, released on CD in 1999 under the label Moment! Records. The album serves as a tribute to Mother Teresa, though specific thematic or compositional connections remain undocumented in available sources.

The recording features a single extended track titled Alap-Jor-Jhala, spanning 30 minutes and 19 seconds. The piece adheres to the traditional dhrupad-ang structure of North Indian classical music, progressing through the three distinct sections indicated in its title: alap (unmetered improvisation), jor (rhythmic development with pulse), and jhala (fast, percussive climax). Khan performs on the sarod, accompanied by an unspecified tanpura drone, though collaborating artists for this release are not explicitly credited in the provided context.

The album reflects Khan’s signature style, characterized by precise meend (glissando) techniques and intricate gamak (ornamentation) patterns. The recording format and production quality align with late-1990s studio standards for classical Indian releases, though mastering or engineering details are not publicly verified. Moment! Records, the issuing label, specialized in world music and classical traditions during this period, though its broader catalog specifics are not outlined here.

No additional tracks, alternate takes, or reissues of Homage To Mother Teresa are confirmed in the available data. The album’s reception, commercial performance, and critical analysis remain undocumented in the given context. Khan’s discography includes numerous solo and collaborative works, but this release stands as a distinct homage within his repertoire.