Raga: Ahir Bhairav, Khayal - Vilambit Ektaal, 'Sajan Aesi Ban Aaye'

Bhavani Dayani is a studio album of Hindustani classical vocal music released by Parween Sultana in 1997. The label Saregama issued the recording on compact disc as part of its classical music catalog. The album features a single extended track in the khayal style, set to Raga Ahir Bhairav.

The opening composition, titled Sajan Aesi Ban Aaye, spans 15 minutes and 25 seconds. Sultana performs the piece in vilambit ektaal, a slow 12-beat rhythmic cycle. The track showcases her interpretation of the morning raga, emphasizing intricate melodic phrasing and improvisational taans. Accompaniment details remain undocumented in available sources, though traditional khayal performances typically include tabla and harmonium support.

Parween Sultana, a recipient of the Padma Bhushan (1976) and Padma Shri (1971), established her career as a leading exponent of the Patiala gharana. Bhavani Dayani reflects her signature blend of technical precision and emotional depth in raga exposition. The album’s production aligns with Saregama’s late-1990s efforts to digitize and preserve classical Indian recordings for broader distribution.

No additional tracks, alternate editions, or reissues of this album are confirmed in public records. The release date is verified as 1997, though the exact month and day remain unspecified. The CD format was standard for classical music releases during this period, catering to both domestic and international audiences.