Topmusicanswers
- Is violin used in Carnatic music?
- What is the tuning for Carnatic violin?
- What are the 12 notes in Carnatic?
Is violin used in Carnatic music?
The violin has evolved to become the principal accompaniment for Carnatic music, and is believed to have been introduced into the Indian tradition by Baluswamy Dikshitar, brother of Muthuswamy Dikshitar (one of the Trinity of Carnatic music composers).
What is the tuning for Carnatic violin?
The tuning of the 4 strings, starting from lowest pitch to highest pitch: Lower Tonic (Lower Sa) Lower Fifth (Lower Pa) Tonic (Sa)
What are the 12 notes in Carnatic?
| Carnatic | Western | Hindustani |
|---|---|---|
| Ga | Mi | Ga |
| Ma | Fa | Ma |
| Pa | So | Pa |
| Dha | La | Dha |
