Raga Bhairavi

Raga Bhairavi is a recorded performance of the Hindustani classical raga Bhairavi. The artists Mallikarjun Mansur, Shahid Parvez, and Padma Talwalkar collaborated on this rendition. The recording captures a traditional presentation of the raga, adhering to its characteristic melodic framework and emotional expression.

Mallikarjun Mansur, a vocalist of the Jaipur-Atrauli gharana, leads the performance with khayal singing. Shahid Parvez, a sitar maestro of the Etah gharana, provides instrumental accompaniment. Padma Talwalkar, a vocalist of the Gwalior gharana, contributes additional vocal support. The performance follows the typical structure of a khayal, including alap, jor, jhala, and compositions in slow and fast tempos.

The recording has a duration of 15 minutes and 13 seconds. The release year and label for this specific performance are not documented in available sources. The track does not include explicit titles for individual sections, as it presents a continuous exploration of the raga.

Raga Bhairavi is a morning raga in Hindustani classical music, known for its association with devotion and tranquility. It employs all seven notes of the octave, with komal (flat) re, ga, dha, and ni, and shuddha (natural) ma. The raga allows for extensive improvisation while maintaining its distinct melodic identity.