Raga Hansdhwani (Tarana)

Parween Sultana performed Raga Hansdhwani (Taraná) as the third track on the compilation album Maestro’s Choice: Vocal. The label Music Today released the album on January 31, 2001 in CD format. The recording showcases Sultana’s interpretation of the Hansdhwani raga, a light classical raga derived from the Kafi thaat, rendered in the taraná style—a vocal form characterized by rhythmic syllabic patterns and melodic improvisation.

The album Maestro’s Choice: Vocal curates selections by prominent Indian classical vocalists. Sultana’s contribution stands as a representative example of her command over khayal gayaki and semi-classical genres. The track duration falls within the typical range of 75 to 100 words in lyrical content, though the full performance length remains undocumented in available sources. No additional session musicians, accompanists, or production personnel are credited in the provided context.

The release aligns with Sultana’s broader discography, which spans Hindustani classical music, thumri, dadra, and ghazal. Music Today, the issuing label, specialized in Indian classical and devotional music during the early 2000s. Further details regarding the recording location, production team, or alternate versions of the track are not specified in the given information.