Western vs Indian Carnatic style of violin playing

Indian violinists play their violins in a sitting position, as opposed to western violinists who hold and play their violins while standing up. As a result, Indian violinists are able to move their bows more freely and adjust to playing around other classical Indian instruments.

1. What is Carnatic violin?
2. Does Carnatic use violin?
3. What is the difference between Carnatic and western music?
4. What are two differences between Indian and Western music?

What is Carnatic violin?

The Carnatic violin is played sitting cross-legged, the instrument pointing to the ground with the scroll resting firmly on the ankle of the player's right foot. This allows the left hand to slide freely up and down the neck. The aim of tone production in violin is to imitate the Carnatic vocal style.

Does Carnatic use violin?

In Carnatic music, the tuning is the same. ... The violin is also extensively used as a solo instrument in both Carnatic and Hindustani styles. It is accompanied by the mridangam, tabla, and allied percussion instruments like the ghatam.

What is the difference between Carnatic and western music?

Indian classical music's magic is primarily experienced with different melodies constructed within the framework of the ragas, while Western classical music's magic lies to a great extent in polyphonic composition, where counterpoint, harmony, and the texture created using multiple voices is critical.

What are two differences between Indian and Western music?

The Indian music is based on melody or single notes played in a specific order. The Western music, on the contrary, is based on harmony that uses tonic progression and counterpoint abundantly. Western music has a standardized written notation meaning you have to play exactly as it is written.