Musical Scout

  Having been around for centuries, Indian classical music has transcended boundaries to mesmerise audiences worldwide. Deeply rooted in tradition, Indian classical music is divided into two main forms: Hindustani classical music from the North, and Carnatic classical music from the South. Although they have their distinct characteristic, one thing that unites them is the range of instruments used to bring the compositions to life.  Let us see some of the instruments used in Indian classical music -  Hindustan Classical music Sitar - One of the most recognizable instruments, a sitar has a long neck, gourd-shaped body and metal strings that create mesmerising sounds to create deep emotions among the audience. A sitarist uses a wire plectrum to pluck the strings and create rich, resonant tones. Legendary Pandit Ravi Shankar and Pandit Nikhil Banerjee made this instrument famous on the global stage as a symbol of Indian classical music.   Sarod - This is a fretless...