Raga Lalit

Raga Lalit is a khayal performance by Hindustani classical vocalist Ustad Rashid Khan. The track appears as the opening piece on the album Evergreen, released under the Bihaan Music label. The recording spans 27 minutes and follows the traditional vilambit-eka (slow tempo) and drut-dugun (fast tempo) structure characteristic of Raga Lalit, a morning raga from the Komal Rishabh Gandhar family.

The album Evergreen was issued in CD format, though the exact release year remains undocumented in widely accessible sources. Khan’s rendition emphasizes the raga’s introspective and meditative qualities, with elaborate alaap and taan sequences. The accompaniment details, including tabla or harmonium artists, are not specified in the available metadata.

Raga Lalit exemplifies Khan’s adherence to the Rampur-Sahaswan gharana, marked by intricate gamak (ornamentation) and a balanced approach to layakari (rhythmic play). The track serves as a representative work in his discography, showcasing his command over slow, expansive raga development. No alternate versions or live recordings of this specific performance are confirmed in public records.

The album Evergreen primarily compiles Khan’s interpretations of traditional ragas, though a full tracklist and additional production credits are not comprehensively cataloged. The label Bihaan Music has released other classical albums, but its operational timeline and broader discography require further verification.