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Megh Malhar

Hindustani classical raga

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According to Indian classical vocalist Pandit Jasraj, Megh Malhar is a seasonal raag and is sung as invitation to rains.

Theory

Aroh & Avaroh

  • Aroh: S R P m P n (d) N S
  • Avaroh: S' n P m R g~ m R S

Vadi & Samavadi

In this raga vadi is Sa and samavadi is P

Pakad

'n 'P R g~ m R S

Organization & Relationships

Related ragas: Ragas of Malhar family, namely Megh, Miyan ki Malhar, Gaud Malhar, Ramdasi Malhar, Dhuliya Malhar, etc. as well as Madhmad Sarang
Madhyamavati rāga in Carnatic music can be considered as equivalent to it.

Thaat: Kafi.

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