Raga Darbari Kanada

Instrumental Sitar is a 1969 studio album by Indian classical sitarist Rais Khan. The label His Master’s Voice released the recording on a 12\" vinyl format. The album features Khan as the sole instrumentalist, accompanied by traditional tabla and tanpura support. The context does not specify the names of the accompanying artists.

The opening track Raga Darbari Kanada occupies side A1 of the vinyl. Khan performs the raga in the vilambit (slow) and drut (fast) sections, adhering to the Khayal gayaki ang style characteristic of the Indore gharana. The composition emphasizes the deep, meditative qualities of Darbari Kanada, a raga traditionally associated with the late evening or night. The recording captures Khan’s early career phase, preceding his wider international recognition in subsequent decades.

The album cover and liner notes, if included, are not documented in the available context. No additional tracks, alternate takes, or reissue details are confirmed. His Master’s Voice distributed the release in India, though export or licensing information remains unverified. The original pressing status and catalog number are also not provided in the source material.