The Music of Hindostan | A. H. Fox Strangways | The Music of Hindustan by A. H. Fox Strangways | with 1 expandable chart of Hindostani Rags | Paperback

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The Music of Hindostan by A. H. Fox Strangways is a classic study of North Indian classical music, first published in the early 20th century. Fox Strangways, a British musicologist and scholar, offers a detailed introduction to the theory, history, and practice of Hindustani music. The book explains fundamental concepts such as rāgas (melodic frameworks) and tālas (rhythmic cycles), and discusses the role of improvisation, performance styles, and traditional instruments. Written with both scholarly rigor and accessibility, the work bridges Western and Indian musical traditions, making it valuable for musicians, ethnomusicologists, and general readers interested in Indian culture. Fox Strangways also delves into the spiritual and emotional aspects of the music, emphasizing its deep cultural significance. Though some perspectives reflect its colonial-era context, The Music of Hindostan remains an important early contribution to the Western understanding and appreciation of Indian classical music.

Publisher ‏ : ‎ Dev Publishers
Publication date ‏ : ‎ 2 March 2026
Edition ‏ : ‎ Paperback
Language ‏ : ‎ English
Print length ‏ : ‎ 376 pages
ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 9359449431
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-9359449432
Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 440 g
Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 22 x 14 x 2 cm
Country of Origin ‏ : ‎ India
Net Quantity ‏ : ‎ 1 Count
Packer ‏ : ‎ Dev Publishers
Generic Name ‏ : ‎ Book
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