Raga Yaman Kalyan: Alap, Part 2

Ustad Zia Mohiuddin Dagar performed Raga Yaman Kalyan: Alap, Part 2 as the second track on side B of the 12\" vinyl release Vrindavan 1982. The album captures a live dhrupad performance recorded in Vrindavan in 1982 and was issued by Black Truffle in October 2023. The recording showcases Dagar’s rendition of Raga Yaman Kalyan, a prominent raga in the Hindustani classical tradition, with an extended alap section that emphasizes the meditative and improvisational aspects of the dhrupad style.

Dagar belonged to the Dagarvani lineage, a school of dhrupad known for its deep exploration of raga structures and microtonal nuances. The 1982 performance reflects his mastery of the rudra veena, though the specific instrumentation on this release remains undocumented. The vinyl format preserves the acoustic qualities of the original recording, with the label noting minimal post-production intervention to retain the performance’s raw character.

The release forms part of a broader archival effort by Black Truffle to present historical recordings of Indian classical music. Additional details about the accompanying artists, recording conditions, or the full tracklist of Vrindavan 1982 are not provided in available sources. The album’s liner notes, if included, may offer further context on the performance or Dagar’s interpretive approach to Raga Yaman Kalyan.