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In Carnatic music, Swarasthanam (ஸ்வரஸ்தானம்) refers to the precise pitch position of a swara (musical note) within a raga. It indicates the specific placement of a note in relation to the tonic (Shadjam, Sa) and determines the unique melodic identity of a raga.
Breakdown of Swarasthanam:
Seven Basic Swaras (Sapta Swaras):
Sa (Shadjam)
Ri (Rishabham)
Ga (Gandharam)
Ma (Madhyamam)
Pa (Panchamam)
Da (Dhaivatam)
Ni (Nishadam)
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In Carnatic music, "Swarasthanam" refers to the specific pitch or frequency position of a musical note (swara) within a raga (scale). While there are seven basic swaras (Sa, Ri, Ga, Ma, Pa, Dha, Ni), each can occupy different swarasthanas, resulting in a total of twelve distinct swarasthanas. These swarasthanas are crucial for defining the unique character of a raga.
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