{"product_id":"9781475947069","title":"The Journey of the Sitar in Indian Classical Music: Origin, History, and Playing Styles","description":"\u003cp\u003eSince the thirteenth century, the sitar-a stringed, plucked instrument of India-has transformed into an instrument beloved by millions in its country of origin as well as all over the world. \u003ci\u003eThe Journey of the Sitar in Indian Classical Music\u003c\/i\u003e details the origin, history, and playing styles of this unique stringed instrument.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDr. Swarn Lata relies on more than thirty-five years of experience teaching sitar to students from diverse cultures and communities as well as extensive research from libraries, museums, temples, and musicologists to compile a comprehensive guidebook filled with fascinating facts about the sitar. In a carefully organized format, Lata offers an in-depth examination of the meaning of musical instruments, the styles of different \u003ci\u003egharanas\u003c\/i\u003e, and the place of the sitar in Indian classical music.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMusic is an extraordinary medium of expression that has the capability to bring the world together. This step-by-step guidebook shares a one-of-akind study of a unique instrument that produces a beautiful sound while providing an unforgettable spiritual experience to all who listen.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"iUniverse, Incorporated","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47015704133872,"sku":"9781475947069","price":14.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0737\/7593\/9824\/files\/9781475947069_p0.jpg?v=1763606993","url":"https:\/\/shop-qa.barnesandnoble.com\/products\/9781475947069","provider":"Barnes \u0026 Noble (DEV)","version":"1.0","type":"link"}