Scale & Notes
Aarohanam (Ascending)
S
R₁
G₂
M₂
P
D₁
N₂
Ṡ
Avarohanam (Descending)
Ṡ
N₂
D₁
P
M₂
G₂
R₁
S
Western equivalent:Phrygian ♮4♮7
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Tempo
60 BPM
Aarohanam (Ascending)
SR₁G₂M₂PD₁N₂Ṡ
Avarohanam (Descending)
ṠN₂D₁PM₂G₂R₁S
Characteristic Phrases (Prayogas)
Aarohanam — ascending scale
S R₁ G₂ M₂ P D₁ N₂ Ṡ
Avarohanam — descending scale
Ṡ N₂ D₁ P M₂ G₂ R₁ S
Tambura Drone
Pṣ·S·S·Ṣ
About this Raga
Bhavapriya introduces N2 into the Vasu chakra framework, creating a more expressive and emotional melodic color. The raga's name suggests 'one who delights in emotion or feeling,' and its tonal structure indeed supports expressive musical exploration. Bhavapriya is capable of conveying introspection, devotion, and emotional depth. Also known as: Subhapantuvarali.
Typical Phrases (Sancharas)
The raga's melodic character becomes clear in phrases highlighting M2–P–D1–N2.
Compositions & Snippets
- Melakarta composition collections — Koteeswara Iyer
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Signature Tune (Alapana)
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Quick Reference
Typemelakarta
Melakarta #44
ChakraVasu
Classificationsampoorna
Notes (Aa)8
WesternPhrygian ♮4♮7
Bhavapriya — Learn Carnatic Music
R. Vedavalli
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