Contents Introduction Historical Significance Evolution of Dhrupad Raja Man Singh Tomar’s Contribution Miyan Tansen and Modern Dhrupad Structure of a Dhrupad Composition Abhog Asthayee Antara Sanchari Rhythmic Cycles (Talas) in Dhrupad The Four Styles of Dhrupad (Vanis) Shudh Vani Dagar Vani Nauhar Vani Khandar Vani Conclusion Gallery Dhrupad: India’s Ancient Pravandh Sangeet Introduction Dhrupad is one of the oldest and most revered classical music traditions in India. It is a form of Pravandh Sangeet (composed