Raga: Gorakh Kalyan

Raga: Gorakh Kalyan is a Hindustani classical vocal recording by Indian musician Pandit Jasraj. The performance features a rendition of the raga Gorakh Kalyan, a rare and complex raga in the Hindustani tradition. Jasraj recorded this piece in a live or studio setting, though the exact date of release remains unverified. The recording has a duration of 21 minutes and 53 seconds.

Pandit Jasraj, a prominent exponent of the Mewati gharana, presents the raga with characteristic elaboration in the alap, jor, and jhala sections. The performance follows the traditional structure of a khayal composition, though specific details of the bandish (composition) and accompanying instrumentation are not documented in available sources. The raga Gorakh Kalyan is known for its association with the late-night time cycle and its melodic framework, which combines elements of Kalyan and Gorakh.

The recording is identified by the MusicBrainz ID (MBID) 83d141bc-cf9e-4ec6-8892-edf444c33601. No record label or release format (e.g., LP, CD, digital) is confirmed for this specific recording. The piece is recognized for its technical precision and emotive depth, reflecting Jasraj’s mastery of Hindustani classical music.

Notable features of the performance include the gradual unfolding of the raga’s swaras (notes) and the use of meend (glissando) and gamak (ornamentation) to emphasize the raga’s unique phrases. The recording serves as a reference for students and connoisseurs of Hindustani classical music, particularly those studying the Mewati gharana’s interpretative style.