Raag: Nat Bhairav, Aochar Gat in Nasruk

Nat Bhairav, Aochar Gat in Nasruk is a performance of Raag Nat Bhairav rendered in the aochar gat style within the nasruk rhythmic cycle. Santoor exponent Tarun Bhattacharya presents this composition as a solo instrumental recording. The track spans 24 minutes and 28 seconds.

The recording showcases Bhattacharya’s interpretation of Raag Nat Bhairav, a morning raga derived from the Bhairav thaat. The performance adheres to the aochar gat tradition, a structured improvisational form in Hindustani classical music. The nasruk rhythmic framework, a variant of the 12-matra ektaal, underpins the composition. The artist employs the santoor, a trapezoidal hammered dulcimer, as the primary instrument.

Release details including the year, label, and album context remain undocumented in available sources. The track stands as a standalone representation of Bhattacharya’s approach to the raga, emphasizing alaap-jor-jhala progression followed by the gat in nasruk. Notable sections include the elaboration of the komal re and komal dha swaras, characteristic of Nat Bhairav.

Tarun Bhattacharya, a disciple of Ravi Shankar and a proponent of the Maihar gharana, adapted the santoor for Hindustani classical repertoire. His contributions expanded the instrument’s role beyond folk and Sufiana traditions. This recording exemplifies his technical command and adherence to gat-based improvisation.

No additional production credits, accompanying artists, or live performance context are verified for this track. The work serves as a reference for Nat Bhairav interpretations on the santoor, particularly in the aochar gat format.