Scale & Notes
Aarohanam (Ascending)
S
R₁
G₁
M₂
P
D₁
N₂
Ṡ
Avarohanam (Descending)
Ṡ
N₂
D₁
P
M₂
G₁
R₁
S
Western equivalent:Locrian ♮4♮7
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Tempo
60 BPM
Aarohanam (Ascending)
SR₁G₁M₂PD₁N₂Ṡ
Avarohanam (Descending)
ṠN₂D₁PM₂G₁R₁S
Characteristic Phrases (Prayogas)
Aarohanam — ascending scale
S R₁ G₁ M₂ P D₁ N₂ Ṡ
Avarohanam — descending scale
Ṡ N₂ D₁ P M₂ G₁ R₁ S
Tambura Drone
Pṣ·S·S·Ṣ
About this Raga
Jalarnavam introduces N2 within the Rishi chakra framework. This change softens the tonal color slightly compared with Salagam, producing a somewhat more expressive melodic contour. The raga has a calm and contemplative atmosphere and can suggest a reflective mood when rendered with appropriate gamaka. The name Jalarnavam evokes imagery of the ocean, suggesting depth and fluid movement.
Typical Phrases (Sancharas)
The interplay between M2 and N2 can create an appealing melodic curve when handled with care.
Compositions & Snippets
- Melakarta composition series — Various composers(pedagogical material)
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Quick Reference
Typemelakarta
Melakarta #38
ChakraRishi
Classificationsampoorna
Notes (Aa)8
WesternLocrian ♮4♮7
Janya Ragas (1)
Jalarnavam — Learn Carnatic Music
R. Vedavalli
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