Q: What is the aroha and avaroha of Miyan malhar?

Aroha (ascending): R M R S, M R, P, न ि D, N S' ।. Avaroha (descending): S' न ि P, M P, G M, R S ।

Question 1

What is Miyan malhar raga?

Accepted Answer

This raaga is also sung at any time in monsoon season. This beautiful raaga is named Miyan malhar because it was create by the great Miyan Tansen. Some also refer to this as "Miyan ki Malhar". This raaga uses both Nishads.

Question 2

What is the thaat of Miyan malhar?

Accepted Answer

Miyan malhar belongs to काफी / Kaafi thaat.

Question 3

What time should Miyan malhar be sung?

Accepted Answer

Miyan malhar is traditionally performed during मध्य रात्रि / Midnight (12 AM-1 AM).

Question 4

What are the vadi and samvadi swaras of Miyan malhar?

Accepted Answer

The vadi (principal note) of Miyan malhar is म / Ma and samvadi (secondary note) is सा / Sa.

Question 5

What is the aroha and avaroha of Miyan malhar?

Accepted Answer

Aroha (ascending): R M R S, M R, P, नि D, N S' ।. Avaroha (descending): S' नि P, M P, G M, R S ।

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