Scale & Notes
Aarohanam (Ascending)
S
R₁
G₂
M₂
P
D₁
N₁
Ṡ
Avarohanam (Descending)
Ṡ
N₁
D₁
P
M₂
G₂
R₁
S
Western equivalent:Phrygian ♮4
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Tempo
60 BPM
Aarohanam (Ascending)
SR₁G₂M₂PD₁N₁Ṡ
Avarohanam (Descending)
ṠN₁D₁PM₂G₂R₁S
Characteristic Phrases (Prayogas)
Aarohanam — ascending scale
S R₁ G₂ M₂ P D₁ N₁ Ṡ
Avarohanam — descending scale
Ṡ N₁ D₁ P M₂ G₂ R₁ S
Tambura Drone
Pṣ·S·S·Ṣ
About this Raga
Gavambodhi begins the Vasu chakra and introduces the combination R1–G2–M2 with D1–N1. This creates a somewhat serious and contemplative tonal atmosphere. Compared with the ragas in the previous chakra, Gavambodhi possesses a slightly smoother melodic flow due to the presence of G2. Although the raga is not frequently elaborated in mainstream concerts, it demonstrates the evolving tonal palette of the Melakarta system.
Typical Phrases (Sancharas)
The melodic character of Gavambodhi is revealed through measured phrases that emphasize the movement between G2–M2–P.
Compositions & Snippets
- Melakarta composition cycles — Various composers(72-raga system)
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Signature Tune (Alapana)
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Quick Reference
Typemelakarta
Melakarta #43
ChakraVasu
Classificationsampoorna
Notes (Aa)8
WesternPhrygian ♮4
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R. Vedavalli
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