Pure Peace - Based on Raag Chandranandan

Pure Peace – Based on Raag Chandranandan is a 2023 instrumental composition by Indian classical musician Niladri Kumar. The track spans 4 minutes and 29 seconds and draws from the Raag Chandranandan, a melodic framework in Hindustani classical music. Kumar performs the piece on the zitar, a modified version of the sitar he developed to expand tonal and rhythmic possibilities.

The recording features Kumar as the sole artist, blending traditional raga structures with contemporary production techniques. The label and exact release date remain undocumented in available sources. The composition emphasizes meditative phrasing and layered textures, characteristic of Kumar’s fusion of classical and experimental approaches.

Notable elements include the use of electronic effects to augment the acoustic resonance of the zitar, creating a hybrid sound that retains the raga’s improvisational core. The track title reflects its intent to evoke tranquility through the interplay of alaap-inspired melodies and subtle rhythmic pulses. No vocal accompaniment or additional instrumentalists appear on the recording.

Kumar’s work on Pure Peace aligns with his broader discography, which often explores the intersection of Indian classical music and global genres. The piece serves as an example of his efforts to recontextualize traditional ragas for modern audiences while preserving their structural integrity. Further details about the production process or live performances of the track are not publicly confirmed.