By Vasini Shyama Charan Jha In the sacred tapestry of Indian classical music, Dhrupad stands as a timeless embodiment of the celestial symphony, resonating with the profound rhythms that underpin the very essence of existence. This ancient tradition, rooted in the celestial melodies of the Sama Veda, is a sonic manifestation of the cosmic dance of Shiva, the Adi Yogi (the primordial yogi) and the Lord of Dance. The Birth of Dhrupad: Eternal Echoes from the Sama Veda The genesis of Dhrupad can be traced back to the sacred chants of the Sama Veda, one of the four principal Vedas…
