Raga Yaman

Girija Devi performed Raga Yaman as the second track on her 2011 album The Genius of Girija Devi. Saregama released the recording on CD. The composition spans 8 minutes and 7 seconds, showcasing Devi’s interpretation of the Yaman raga within the Hindustani classical tradition.

The album compiles selections from Devi’s career, though specific recording dates for individual tracks remain undocumented. Saregama packaged the release as part of its classical music catalog, emphasizing Devi’s contributions to the Banaras gharana. The label did not disclose accompanying artists or instrumentalists for this track.

Devi’s rendition of Raga Yaman reflects her signature vocal style, characterized by intricate taans and bol-banao techniques. The track omits lyrical content, focusing instead on alap and jor sections typical of khyal performance. No alternate versions or live recordings of this specific rendition appear in public records.

The Genius of Girija Devi received distribution primarily in India, with limited international availability. The CD format included liner notes, but the text did not detail the provenance of Raga Yaman beyond its track listing. Saregama retained rights to the recording as of the 2011 release date.