| Raga Name | Characteristics & Mood | Where to Hear It | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | | A foundational raga , pure and bright, often associated with morning. | "Love Song" on Encore -- Sufi Qawwalis ; also appears in Sikh traditions | | Raag Ahir Bhairav | A rare morning raga , combining the gravity of Bhairav with the folk-like sweetness of Ahiri. | A rare recording from 1987 showcasing this beautiful fusion of scales | | Raag Bahadur Kauns | A very soothing and uncommon raga , originally created by Pandit Ravi Shankar as a homage to Mahatma Gandhi. | A rare recording where Nusrat brings his unique voice to this melodic gem | | Raag Gawoti / Gawati | A less common raga , providing a deep and pensive framework. | Live in Concert - Washington University USA includes a "Classical - Raag Gawati" segment | | Raag Rageshree-kauns | A powerful hybrid raga , created by his father Fateh Ali Khan, combining elements of Rageshree and Kauns. | This raga was notably presented by his father, highlighting the family's innovative spirit | | Raag Khamaj & Mishra Khamaj | A sweet, light raga used extensively in semi-classical forms like thumri and dadra . | "Hamd In Raga Mishra Khamaj" on Traditional Sufi Qawwalis Vol I ; also a favorite for lighter, more melodic pieces | | Raag Marwa & Bhatiyar | Serious, twilight ragas , both known for their complex and evocative moods. | Featured together on Encore -- Sufi Qawwalis , demonstrating his mastery of profound melodic forms | | Raag Bahar | A joyful, springtime raga associated with the Holi festival. | The 25-minute "An Overture In Raga Bahar" is a masterpiece of sustained raga development | | Raag Darbari | A majestic, slow, and deeply serious raga that demands immense control and devotion. | A legendary performance where Nusrat explores the profound depths of this regal raga | | Raag Sohni | A haunting and romantic raga of the evening, full of yearning. | A powerful live performance, often featuring a young Rahat Fateh Ali Khan, showcasing its intense melodic beauty |

Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan, who passed away in 1997, remains, according to Rolling Stone, one of the 200 Greatest Singers of All Time.

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| Raga Name | Characteristics & Mood | Where to Hear It | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | | A foundational raga , pure and bright, often associated with morning. | "Love Song" on Encore -- Sufi Qawwalis ; also appears in Sikh traditions | | Raag Ahir Bhairav | A rare morning raga , combining the gravity of Bhairav with the folk-like sweetness of Ahiri. | A rare recording from 1987 showcasing this beautiful fusion of scales | | Raag Bahadur Kauns | A very soothing and uncommon raga , originally created by Pandit Ravi Shankar as a homage to Mahatma Gandhi. | A rare recording where Nusrat brings his unique voice to this melodic gem | | Raag Gawoti / Gawati | A less common raga , providing a deep and pensive framework. | Live in Concert - Washington University USA includes a "Classical - Raag Gawati" segment | | Raag Rageshree-kauns | A powerful hybrid raga , created by his father Fateh Ali Khan, combining elements of Rageshree and Kauns. | This raga was notably presented by his father, highlighting the family's innovative spirit | | Raag Khamaj & Mishra Khamaj | A sweet, light raga used extensively in semi-classical forms like thumri and dadra . | "Hamd In Raga Mishra Khamaj" on Traditional Sufi Qawwalis Vol I ; also a favorite for lighter, more melodic pieces | | Raag Marwa & Bhatiyar | Serious, twilight ragas , both known for their complex and evocative moods. | Featured together on Encore -- Sufi Qawwalis , demonstrating his mastery of profound melodic forms | | Raag Bahar | A joyful, springtime raga associated with the Holi festival. | The 25-minute "An Overture In Raga Bahar" is a masterpiece of sustained raga development | | Raag Darbari | A majestic, slow, and deeply serious raga that demands immense control and devotion. | A legendary performance where Nusrat explores the profound depths of this regal raga | | Raag Sohni | A haunting and romantic raga of the evening, full of yearning. | A powerful live performance, often featuring a young Rahat Fateh Ali Khan, showcasing its intense melodic beauty |

Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan, who passed away in 1997, remains, according to Rolling Stone, one of the 200 Greatest Singers of All Time. nusrat fateh ali khan classical