Raga Nat Bihag

Raga Nat Bihag is a Hindustani classical music recording by vocalist Mallikarjun Mansur. The performance features a rendition of the eponymous raga, Nat Bihag, a melodic framework in the Hindustani tradition. The recording was released in an unspecified year. The primary format of the release is audio, though the specific medium (e.g., vinyl, cassette, CD) remains undocumented.

Mallikarjun Mansur, a prominent exponent of the Jaipur-Atrauli gharana, delivers the raga in a khayal style. The performance spans 21 minutes and 10 seconds. The recording captures the alap, jor, and jhala sections, followed by a composition in teental, a 16-beat rhythmic cycle. The track does not list a record label or additional musicians, such as tabla or harmonium accompanists.

Nat Bihag is a late-night raga, characterized by its use of the komal (flat) Ni and shuddha (natural) Ga in the ascent and descent. The raga blends elements of Bihag and Nat, creating a distinct melodic structure. Mansur’s interpretation adheres to the traditional framework while incorporating improvisational elements typical of the Jaipur-Atrauli gharana. The recording does not include additional tracks or supplementary material.