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Indian classical music is based on ancient oral traditions and features intricate melodies and complex rhythms. It uses systems of ragas (scales) and talas (rhythmic cycles) to structure improvisation. Ragas are defined by specific patterns of ascending and descending notes and characteristic melodic phrases. Tala cycles organize rhythmic patterns played on percussion instruments like the tabla. A performance involves melodic instruments, percussion, and a drone instrument to provide a sustained pitch again
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- Silva
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