thumri
Indian music
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contribution by Gurtu
- In Shobha Gurtu
…was considered the “queen of thumri,” a light classical Hindustani style.
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North Indian vocal music
- In South Asian arts: North India
The thumri is another North Indian vocal form and is based on the romantic-devotional literature inspired by the bhakti movement. The text is usually derived from the Radha-Krishna theme and is of primary importance. The words are strictly adhered to, and the singer attempts to interpret…
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