This book covers the philosophy and history of Indian music clearly and concisely and relates its growth and development to social, cultural, religious and political factors. India’s musical contacts with the East and the West are also examined and their value assessed.
The technical chapters explain the raga and tala systems, the numerous instruments from north and south are described in detail, and the glossary of terms illuminates the subject in an interesting way. Established musicians, composers and musicologists place on record their various achievements.
The Music of India will prove invaluable to the student and specialist who requires a ready handbook on the subject. For the general reader, it contains a mine of information on the music of an entire subcontinent.

Foreword by: Ravi Shankar