Classical Music

India
Indian music is built on Ragas, which are melodic forms and are based on (I) Parent Scale 72 in number and (ii) ascending and descending scales known as Arohana and Avarohana respectively. Each Raga has its own character, color and mood which go to build up an atmosphere appropriate to the time of day or night, season or occasion. It retains its roots in pure melody and rhythm, and the subtle and intricate interplay of these essentials is its essence.

Pakistan
The art of music practiced in Pakistan has a special significance, as it has developed from the ritualistic music in association with folk music and other musical expressions of neighboring nations. One of the strongest and most significant influences has perhaps been that of Islam (and of Persian music); a few centuries of Muslim invasion and rule of Indo-Pakistan sub-continent brought in its wake a changed perspective in the style of Pakistani music, rather than in its structure. Matured through ``thought, experience and expression'', Pakistani classical music has become a unique characteristic art.

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