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Hindustani

Patiala Gharana

Patiala, Punjab

Vocal Tradition

Founder

Bade Fateh Ali Khan, Ali Baksh Khan (Late 19th century)

Characteristics

  • ●Amalgamates Delhi, Gwalior, and Jaipur-Atrauli styles
  • ●Expressive, romantic singing with dramatic flair
  • ●Fast, flowing taans and intricate sargam patterns
  • ●Emphasis on voice culture (awaaz ki taalim)
  • ●Powerful projection with emotional resonance

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Notable Artists

Pandit Ajoy Chakraborty

Pandit Ajoy Chakraborty

Vocal

Ustad Bade Fateh Ali Khan

Ustad Bade Fateh Ali Khan

Vocal

Ustad Munawar Ali Khan

Ustad Munawar Ali Khan

Vocal

Other Notable Artists

Bade Ghulam Ali Khan·Fateh Ali-Amanat Ali Khan·Vasantrao Deshpande·Ajoy Chakrabarty

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