Mujhse Irshaad

Mujhse Irshaad is a khayal-based composition performed by Hindustani classical vocalist Ustad Rashid Khan. The track serves as the opening piece of the album Ishq Lamhe, released under Universal Music India in digital media format. The recording spans 9 minutes and 18 seconds, showcasing Khan’s rendition in the vilambit (slow) and drut (fast) sections characteristic of the khayal tradition.

The album Ishq Lamhe centers on classical and semi-classical interpretations, with Mujhse Irshaad emphasizing raga-based improvisation. Khan employs intricate taans (melodic phrases) and bol-banao (lyrical embellishment) techniques, accompanied by traditional instrumental support including the tabla and tanpura. The composition’s lyrical content draws from poetic traditions, though specific textual sources remain undocumented in available references.

Ustad Rashid Khan, a exponent of the Rampur-Sahaswan gharana, recorded the album in a studio setting, though the exact production date and contributing instrumentalists are not publicly specified. The track’s structure adheres to the khayal form, progressing through alaap (introductory elaboration), jod (accelerated development), and jhala (rhythmic climax) phases. Ishq Lamhe received distribution via digital platforms, with Universal Music India handling the release logistics.

Notable aspects of Mujhse Irshaad include Khan’s use of gamak (ornamentation) and meend (gliding notes), aligned with the Rampur-Sahaswan stylistic emphasis on emotional depth and technical precision. The album does not provide detailed liner notes on the raga selection or accompanying artists, limiting further analytical context. The track remains accessible through major streaming services and digital retailers as part of the Ishq Lamhe compilation.