Carnatic Music Notation

Though the music is taught primarily by direct teaching, books containing notation continue to be published

The notation is basically an outline and if played as such will not be acceptable in most cases

When singing or playing from notation the musician fills up with

  • Gamakams (smooth movements between and around notes)
  • Grouping of notes into phrases
  • Inserting silences (rests) where required
  • Sometimes adjusting rhythm for verve

     
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