Shastriya Sangeet – From Vedic Chants to Modern Diaspora
The history of Shastriya Sangeet begins with the ancient Vedic chants, evolving through centuries of cultural shifts. The Bhakti movement infused devotional themes into music, while Islamic influence in the medieval period introduced instruments and new musical styles. This long history of Shastriya Sangeet continues to shape the music of both India and its diaspora, bridging past and present.