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| ra·ga [ rgə ] (plural ra·gas) |
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traditional South Asian music: a scale, melody, or rhythmic pattern that forms the basis of the classical music of South Asia. Particular ragas are associated with different times of the day, and are intended to create different moods. Performances may be partly or completely improvised.
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| [Late 18th century. < Sanskrit rāga "color, harmony"] |
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