Scale & Notes
Aarohanam (Ascending)
S
R₂
G₂
M₂
P
D₂
N₂
Ṡ
Avarohanam (Descending)
Ṡ
N₂
D₂
P
M₂
G₂
R₂
S
Western equivalent:Dorian ♮4♮6
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Tempo
60 BPM
Aarohanam (Ascending)
SR₂G₂M₂PD₂N₂Ṡ
Avarohanam (Descending)
ṠN₂D₂PM₂G₂R₂S
Characteristic Phrases (Prayogas)
Aarohanam — ascending scale
S R₂ G₂ M₂ P D₂ N₂ Ṡ
Avarohanam — descending scale
Ṡ N₂ D₂ P M₂ G₂ R₂ S
Tambura Drone
Pṣ·S·S·Ṣ
About this Raga
Hemavati is a graceful and expressive raga with a rich melodic personality. The pairing D2–N2 produces a balanced tonal structure that allows for lyrical and flowing musical expression. The raga is capable of conveying devotion, compassion, and emotional depth. Hemavati is frequently elaborated in concerts and offers excellent scope for improvisation. Also known as: Kalyani. Also known as: Yamunakalyani.
Jiva & Nyasa Swaras
Jiva Swaras (life-giving notes)
R₂M₂D₂
Nyasa Swaras (resting/ending notes)
PṠ
Typical Phrases (Sancharas)
S R₂ G₂ M₂ P
M₂ P D₂ N₂ Ṡ
Ṡ N₂ D₂ P M₂ G₂ R₂ S
Compositions & Snippets
- Sri Kanthimathim — Muthuswami Dikshitar
- Sivananda Kamavardhani — Tyagaraja(attributed)
- Dayajuda Samayamide — Tyagaraja
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Signature Tune (Alapana)
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Famous Compositions
Sri Kanthimatim
Muthuswami Dikshitar · Adi
Ennai Kakkavum
Koteeswara Iyer · Adi
Paripalaya Mam
Swathi Thirunal · Roopaka
Quick Reference
Typemelakarta
Melakarta #58
ChakraDisi
Classificationsampoorna
Notes (Aa)8
WesternDorian ♮4♮6
Janya Ragas (1)
Hemavati — Learn Carnatic Music
R. Vedavalli
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