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Indian classical music
Classical music from the Indian subcontinent
Indian classical music is the classical music of the Indian subcontinent.
It is generally described using terms like Shastriya Sangeet and Marg Sangeet.[2][3] It has two major traditions: the North Indian classical music known as Hindustani and the South Indian expression known as Carnatic.
These traditions were not distinct until about the 15th century. During the period of Mughal rule of the Indian subcontinent, the traditions separated and evolved into distinct forms. Hindustani music emphasizes improvisation and exploration of all aspects of a raga, while Carnatic performances tend to be short composition-based.
Hindustani music
However, the two systems continue to have more common features than differences. Another unique classical music tradition from the eastern part of India is Odissi music, which has evolved over the last two thousand years.
The roots of the classical music of India are