Dhrupad: Raga Poorvi

Dhrupad: Raga Poorvi is a vocal performance by Indian classical vocalist Kaushiki Chakrabarty. Released as a standalone track, the recording features a rendition in the dhrupad style, a genre known for its austere, meditative approach and emphasis on rhythmic precision. The composition centers on Raga Poorvi, a morning raga from the Poorvi thaat characterized by its use of komal re (flattened second) and komal dha (flattened sixth).

Chakrabarty delivers the performance in a concise duration of 3 minutes and 46 seconds. The track adheres to the alap-jor-jhala structure typical of dhrupad, though the abbreviated length suggests a condensed presentation. The artist employs the traditional tanpura drone and pakhawaj (barrel drum) as accompaniment, maintaining the genre’s historical instrumentation. No label or album affiliation is documented for this recording, and the release date remains unspecified in available sources.

The rendition highlights Chakrabarty’s training under her father, Pandit Ajoy Chakrabarty, and her exposure to the Dagarbani style of dhrupad. The track serves as an example of her interpretive approach to the raga within the framework of North Indian classical music. Notable aspects include the exploration of mandra saptak (lower octave) phrases and the use of gamak (ornamentation) in the alap section. Further details on the recording session, producers, or additional contributing artists are not publicly confirmed.