Raga: Hem Bihag (Aalap, Jor & Jhala)

Strings of the Soul Vol. 1 is a studio album of Indian classical instrumental music released on April 7, 2010. The album appeared under the Aimrec label in CD format. The recording features performances by sitarist Barun Kumar Pal and tabla player Enayet Hossain.

The opening track presents a 24-minute-50-second rendition of Raga Hem Bihag. The composition follows the traditional alap-jor-jhala structure, a standard framework in North Indian classical music. The alap section introduces the raga in a slow, meditative tempo without rhythmic accompaniment. The jor segment gradually introduces pulse and rhythmic phrasing, while the jhala culminates in fast, intricate strokes and percussive interplay between the sitar and tabla. No lyricists or vocalists contribute to the track.

The album title suggests a thematic focus on instrumental expression, though no additional contextual details about the recording sessions, production techniques, or artistic intent are publicly documented. The release date and label confirm its placement within the early 2010s catalog of Aimrec, a label associated with Indian classical and fusion recordings. Further tracks or volumes in the Strings of the Soul series are not verified from the available information.