Khyal : Jare Ja Kagawa - Raga Gujeri Todi

Khyal: Jare Ja Kagawa – Raga Gujeri Todi is a classical vocal performance by Indian vocalist Parveen Sultana. Released in an unspecified year, the recording presents a khyal composition in Raga Gujeri Todi, a variant of the Todi thaat characterized by its intricate melodic phrasing and emotional depth. The track spans 10 minutes and 29 seconds and adheres to the traditional khyal format, featuring alap, bol-banao, and layered improvisations.

Parveen Sultana renders the bandish Jare Ja Kagawa with elaborations that highlight the raga’s komal re (flattened second) and komal dha (flattened sixth) swaras. The performance showcases her command of taans (fast melodic runs) and gamaks (ornamental oscillations), typical of the Patiala gharana style she represents. Accompaniment details, including tabla or harmonium artists, remain undocumented in available sources.

The recording’s release format, label, and original medium (album, live concert, or compilation) are not specified in public records. Gujeri Todi, a less common raga in the Hindustani tradition, derives its name from the Gujjar community and shares structural similarities with Miyan ki Todi but employs distinct chalan (melodic movements). Sultana’s interpretation emphasizes the raga’s introspective and devotional qualities.

Notable for its technical precision and expressive delivery, the track exemplifies Sultana’s contributions to 20th- and 21st-century Hindustani classical music. Further contextual details, such as the recording location or associated album artwork, are not accessible in current references.