The Rebirth of Hindu Music - Hardcover

by D. Rudhyar (Author)

The Rebirth of Hindu Music is a book written by the renowned philosopher and composer, Dane Rudhyar. The book explores the history and evolution of Hindu music, tracing its roots back to the Vedic period and examining its development over the centuries. Rudhyar discusses the unique characteristics of Hindu music, including its use of microtones and intricate rhythms, and explores the spiritual and philosophical aspects of this ancient art form. He also examines the impact of Western music on Hindu music and the ways in which Hindu musicians have adapted to changing times. Throughout the book, Rudhyar emphasizes the importance of preserving and revitalizing traditional music forms in order to maintain cultural heritage and promote spiritual growth. The Rebirth of Hindu Music is a fascinating exploration of one of the world's oldest and most complex musical traditions, written by a master composer and philosopher.1928. Contents: age of purification; living tones or intellectual notes; seeds of sound; descending and ascending music; geometry of music; melodies and symphonies; music and civilization.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.