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Dhun

Dhun is a music genre. It is usually classed as a form of Hindustani classical music. Explore key artists and related styles.

About Dhun

Dhun is a music genre. It is usually classed as a form of Hindustani classical music.

From Wikipedia

A dhun (Hindi: धुन; literally "tune") is a light instrumental piece in Hindustani classical music. Although it may be played in a raga, or mode (often light ragas such as Khamaj), it is more freely interpreted and may incorporate foreign notes (vivadi).

A dhun may be based on a folk tune or a religious, bhajan-type song, or even a filmi song.

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What is Dhun?

Dhun is a music genre. It is usually classed as a form of Hindustani classical music.

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