Raga Lalit (Shuddha Dhaivat)
About Raga Lalit (Shuddha Dhaivat)
Ulhas Kashalkar performed Raga Lalit (Shuddha Dhaivat) as the opening track on the 1992 album Mellow Moods. The recording features a 29-minute-13-second rendition of the raga in the shuddha dhaivat variant, characterized by its use of the pure sixth note (dhaivat) in the Lalit scale. Venus Records & Tapes released the album on compact disc.
The album Mellow Moods appeared in 1992 under the Venus Records & Tapes label. Kashalkar presented the composition in a traditional khayal style, adhering to the structural conventions of alaap, jor, and jhala>, followed by a rhythmic exposition with tabla accompaniment. The recording captures the artist’s approach to the early-morning raga, emphasizing its contemplative and expansive phrasing. No additional musicians or instrumentalists receive credit in the available context.
The tracklist of Mellow Moods begins with Raga Lalit (Shuddha Dhaivat) as Track 1. The album’s total duration and remaining contents remain undocumented in the provided information. Venus Records & Tapes, a label active during the 1980s and 1990s, specialized in Indian classical music releases, though specific catalog details for this period are not confirmed here.
Kashalkar’s interpretation of Raga Lalit reflects his training in the Gwalior and Jaipur-Atrauli gharanas, blending the vocal traditions of both schools. The 1992 release contributes to his discography of khayal performances, though further production or reception details for Mellow Moods are not available in the given context.