Bairan Thadi Atariyason

Hirabai Barodekar was a prominent Indian classical vocalist of the Kirana gharana. She contributed significantly to the preservation and propagation of Hindustani classical music in the 20th century. Her repertoire included khayal, thumri, and bhajan, characterized by a deep, resonant voice and precise intonation.

The compilation album The Great Heritage: Hirabai Barodekar was released on CD by Saregama in 2011. The album features archival recordings of Barodekar’s performances, showcasing her command over classical and semi-classical forms. The release serves as a posthumous tribute, curating selections from her extensive discography.

The track Bairan Thadi Atariyason appears as the fifth composition on the album. The piece runs for 4 minutes and 13 seconds and exemplifies Barodekar’s interpretation of a traditional thumri. The song’s lyrical content reflects themes of longing and separation, a hallmark of the thumri genre. Instrumental accompaniment details remain undocumented in available sources, though the style typically includes tanpura and tabla support.

Barodekar’s recordings, including this album, are recognized for their historical value in documenting the Kirana gharana’s vocal techniques. The 2011 release by Saregama forms part of a broader series aimed at revitalizing interest in classical Indian music through remastered editions of legacy artists’ work. Additional production or session details for the original recordings are not publicly specified.