Alap
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Alap is a noun meaning (music) The opening, improvised section of a Classical raga performance, before the formal recitation.
Meaning
(music) The opening, improvised section of a Classical raga performance, before the formal recitation.
Example Sentences
The alaap is the part of our classical music that I like best. It is an inward voyage, an odyssey into the unknown.
Word Forms
- alaps
- alaap
- alapa
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include opening, intrada, intrata, prelude, incipit, foresong.
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