Different Thaats in Classical Hindustani Singing

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  1. 3. The equivalent of the Western major scale (Ionian mode). It is cheerful and uplifting in mood. Ragas based on this thaat are simple and often used to evoke feelings of happiness and joy.
  2. 4. This thaat evokes romantic, sensual, and light moods. The use of Komal Ni gives this thaat a softer, more delicate feel. It is often used in semi-classical forms like Thumri and Kajri.
  3. 6. This thaat is intense and evokes a mood of anxiety, tension, or anticipation. The absence of Pa in some and the use of Tivra Re gives this thaat a restless character, often associated with sunset or twilight moods.
  4. 7. This thaat produces a mood of longing, devotion, and sometimes despair. The combination of Komal Re, Komal Ga, and Tivra Ma creates an exotic and melancholic sound. It is often performed in the morning.
  5. 8. These thaats produce a serious, devotional, and sometimes austere mood. The combination of Komal Re and Komal Dha gives this thaat a grave and powerful tone, often associated with morning prayers or spiritual reflections.
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  1. 1. This thaat conveys a serious, meditative, and sometimes solemn mood. The use of Tivra Ma and Tivra Re, along with Komal Dha, gives the thaat a unique and contrasting emotional quality, often suitable for evening ragas.
  2. 2. This thaat has a somber, serious, and devotional mood. It uses Komal Ga, Dha, and Ni, which gives it a reflective and meditative character. Ragas in this thaat are often performed in the lower octaves.
  3. 3. This thaat is used to evoke deep emotions, especially pathos, longing, and devotion. All four flat notes (Re, Ga, Dha, Ni) give the thaat a soulful, melancholic quality. It is commonly used in light classical forms like Bhajans, Thumris, and folk songs.
  4. 4. This thaat produces a melancholic, romantic, and introspective mood. Both Komal Ga and Komal Ni create a deep emotional resonance in the ragas derived from this thaat.
  5. 5. This thaat is bright, uplifting, and often associated with joy, peace, and devotion. The use of Tivra Ma gives this thaat a majestic and serene feel. Many beginner ragas come from this thaat, making it widely performed.