Shree Ramachandra (Kambhoji)

Lesson 10 · Kambhoji · Roopakam

Lesson 10KambhojiRoopakamIntermediate28th Melakarta janyam

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Rāga

Kambhoji

28th Melakarta janyam

Ārohaṇam (Ascent)

S R₂ G₃ M₁ P D₂ Ṡ

Avarohaṇam (Descent)

Ṡ N₂ D₂ P M₁ G₃ R₂ S

Tāla & Details

Roopakam

intermediate

Deity: Rama

Source: PCM Book 1, Lesson 10, p.48

Pallavi (Opening Line)

Shree Rāmachandra pāhi māmayā

Meaning (from PCM Book 1)

O Ramachandra, you are the beacon of your dynasty, Raghuvamsha. You watch over the devas and give delight to Sita. You vanquished Ravana and you fulfil the desires of your devotees. Lord, please protect me.

Pedagogical Note

Kambhoji is a hexatonic raga (sampoorna-shadava) — it uses all 7 notes in the descent but omits N₂ in the ascent. One of the most important ragas in Carnatic music.

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