Ata Tana Dere Na
About Ata Tana Dere Na
Hirabai Barodekar was a prominent Indian classical vocalist of the Kirana gharana. Her recordings preserve the traditional khayal and thumri styles of Hindustani music. Saregama released The Great Heritage: Hirabai Barodekar on CD in 2011. The compilation features archival performances that showcase her command of raga and laya.
The album opens with Ata Tana Dere Na, a thumri in raga Khamaj. The track runs for 3 minutes and 32 seconds. Barodekar renders the composition with characteristic phrasing and emotional depth. The recording highlights her ability to blend technical precision with expressive delivery. Additional details about the accompanying artists or session musicians remain undocumented in available sources.
The release forms part of Saregama’s The Great Heritage series, which aims to digitize and distribute classical works by legendary Indian artists. The CD format ensures accessibility for modern audiences while preserving the fidelity of the original performances. No further information exists about alternate editions, live versions, or additional tracks from the same sessions.