Carnatic Music

Carnatic music is a one of the oldest systems of music in the world. The present form of Carnatic music is based on historical developments that can be traced to the 15th - 16th centuries CE and thereafter. From the several epigraphically inscriptional evidences and other ancient works, the history of classical musical traditions can be traced back about 2500 years. In Carnatic music, the main emphasis is on vocal music; most compositions are written to be sung, and even when played on instruments, they are meant to be performed in a singing style. The basis of Carnatic music is the system of ragas and talas. There are seven talas and 72 fundamental ragas. An important element of Carnatic music is its devotional content. Imbued with emotion and the spirit of improvisation; it also contains a scientific approach the lyrics of the traditional compositions, whether mythological or social in nature, are set entirely against a devotional or philosophical background.