Tirchhi Najariya Ke Baan

Tirchhi Najariya Ke Baan is a classical khyal composition performed by Ustad Bade Ghulam Ali Khan. The track appears as side B, track three (B3) on the 1968 album Padma Bhushan Ustad Bade Ghulam Ali Khan, released under the Odeon label. The recording was issued on a 12\" vinyl format, characteristic of long-playing classical music albums of the era.

The album serves as a documented collection of Khan’s renditions, showcasing his mastery of the Patiala gharana style. Khan’s interpretation of Tirchhi Najariya Ke Baan exemplifies his command over taan (melodic improvisation) and layakari (rhythmic play). The composition follows the conventions of khyal gayaki, with elaborate alaap and bol-banao techniques. The accompanying instrumental ensemble and tabla support remain uncredited in available sources.

The 1968 release coincided with Khan’s later career phase, during which he received the Padma Bhushan (1962), India’s third-highest civilian award. Odeon, a subsidiary of Gramophone Company of India (later EMI India), distributed the vinyl primarily in the Indian subcontinent. The album cover and liner notes, where present, typically featured minimalist design with Khan’s portrait and brief biographical text. No alternate editions or reissues of this specific track on the Odeon label have been verified from the provided context.

Further details regarding the raag, taal, session musicians, or recording location for Tirchhi Najariya Ke Baan are not specified in the available information. The track remains a reference point for students of the Patiala gharana and admirers of Khan’s vocal legacy.