Scale & Notes
Aarohanam (Ascending)
S
R₃
G₃
M₁
P
D₁
N₂
Ṡ
Avarohanam (Descending)
Ṡ
N₂
D₁
P
M₁
G₃
R₃
S
Western equivalent:Lydian ♭3♭6
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Tempo
60 BPM
Aarohanam (Ascending)
SR₃G₃M₁PD₁N₂Ṡ
Avarohanam (Descending)
ṠN₂D₁PM₁G₃R₃S
Characteristic Phrases (Prayogas)
Aarohanam — ascending scale
S R₃ G₃ M₁ P D₁ N₂ Ṡ
Avarohanam — descending scale
Ṡ N₂ D₁ P M₁ G₃ R₃ S
Tambura Drone
Pṣ·S·S·Ṣ
About this Raga
Ragavardhini introduces N2 within the Ritu chakra framework. The raga's tonal character is somewhat brighter and more expressive than Yagapriya due to the presence of the softer nishada. Despite its somewhat unusual swara configuration, Ragavardhini possesses a clear melodic identity when explored through carefully structured phrases. The name 'Ragavardhini' suggests 'one that enhances or develops melody.'
Typical Phrases (Sancharas)
The raga's melodic contour becomes especially effective in medium tempo compositions where the interplay between G3 and N2 can be highlighted.
Compositions & Snippets
- Melakarta composition collections — Various composers(advanced Carnatic study)
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Signature Tune (Alapana)
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Quick Reference
Typemelakarta
Melakarta #32
ChakraRitu
Classificationsampoorna
Notes (Aa)8
WesternLydian ♭3♭6
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R. Vedavalli
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