Raga Darbari Kanada

Bade Ghulam Ali Khan recorded Raga Darbari Kanada for the 1961 album Raga - Darbari Kanada / Raga - Kaushi - Dhani. His Master’s Voice released the work on a 12\" vinyl record. The track occupies the A-side of the LP and showcases Khan’s interpretation of the Darbari Kanada raga, a staple of the Hindustani classical tradition. The recording captures his vocal technique, marked by intricate taan patterns and deliberate phrasing.

The album pairs Darbari Kanada with Kaushi-Dhani on the B-side. His Master’s Voice produced the release under its classical music catalog, though specific session details or accompanying artists remain undocumented. The vinyl format reflects the era’s standard for high-fidelity classical recordings in India. Khan’s rendition of Darbari Kanada aligns with his reputation as a leading exponent of the Patiala gharana, emphasizing depth and emotional resonance in khayal performance.

No additional production credits or alternate editions are confirmed from available sources. The 1961 pressing stands as a primary document of Khan’s mid-career work, preceding his later live recordings and international recognition. The label’s archival status for this release is unclear, though original copies circulate among collectors of Indian classical vinyl.