Hindustani Music Guide
संचारी
The third section of a four-part composition, exploring the full range of the raag.
Sanchari is the third section of a four-part composition (particularly in dhrupad), following the sthayi and antara. It explores the raag across its full range, moving freely between registers and showcasing the raag's complete melodic personality. The sanchari provides the performer with the most freedom for creative exploration within the composition's framework.
स्थायी
The opening and principal section of a bandish, establishing the raag and melodic theme.
अंतरा
The second section of a bandish, typically moving into the upper octave register.
अभोग
The concluding fourth section of a four-part composition, resolving back to the sthayi.
ध्रुपद
The oldest surviving form of Hindustani classical vocal music, emphasizing gravity and precision.