Indian Melodies: for Alto Saxophone

(Schott). This unusual publication allows western musicians a practical experience in playing authentic music from India. Includes extensive articles about the style, and explanations and studies of the scales used in building Indian melodies, and representative pieces. Indian:
• Carnatic Music
• First Exercises (Sarali Varisai, Janta Varisai, Alankara)
• First Songs (Sri Gananatha, Padmanabha, Vara Vina, Mandare)
• Rhythmic Song (Svarajati)
• Study (Mohana Varnam, Abhogi Varnam)
• Pieces (Gaja Mukhanai, Kalaivani, Sara Sara, Suddha Maye, Devadeva, Nagumomu)
• Dance Piece (Tillana, Tiruppugal)
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• Appendices:
• Comparison of modes and ragas
• Tala hand gestures (South Indian Adi Tala, North Indian Teen Tal)
• Glossary
• CD Track list