Carnatic Raga

Carnatic Raga: Your Comprehensive Guide to Carnatic Music

Carnatic Raga is an indispensable tool for anyone interested in exploring the rich world of Carnatic music. With over 950 ragas at your fingertips, including both fundamental (Melakarta) and derived (Janya) ragas, this application offers extensive resources for learning and appreciation.

Key Features

The most captivating feature of this app is its ability to search for a raga by its swaras (notes) and vice versa. This unique functionality allows users to delve into the nuances of each raga effortlessly. Additionally, the app provides detailed information about the Arohanam (ascending scale) and Avarohanam (descending scale) for every raga, enhancing your understanding of these musical scales.

Recent Updates

The latest updates have added several valuable features:

• Shadjam Selection: Now you can customize your experience by selecting the starting note.
• Instrument Tones: Enjoy three new instrument tones to enrich your practice sessions.
• Count-In Before Playback: A helpful count-in feature ensures you're perfectly in sync with the music.
• Tuner: Keep your instruments tuned while on the go with the built-in tuner.

Past Enhancements

Previous updates have included:

• Melakartha Information: Detailed information on Melakartha ragas for Janya ragas.
• Favorite List Creation: Save your favorite ragas for quick access.
• Sharing Options: Share raga details with friends and family.
• Letter Notation: View letter notation for Arohanam and Avarohanam.
• Arohanam & Avarohanam Playback: Listen to both ascending and descending scales.
• Carnatic Lessons: Learn through interactive lessons.
• Tala Reference: Explore different talas used in Carnatic music.
• Advanced Search Algorithms: Improved search capabilities for both name and swara searches.
• Piano/Keyboard Interface: Select swaras using a user-friendly piano/keyboard interface.

Community Engagement

We value your input! Visit https://www.carnaticraga.com/android/contact to suggest new features. Connect with us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/CarnaticRaga to stay updated on the latest developments.

Conclusion

Carnatic Raga is designed to make your journey into Carnatic music both enjoyable and educational. Whether you are a beginner or an advanced learner, this app offers a wealth of resources to explore, learn, and appreciate the beauty of Carnatic ragas. Happy exploring!