What is Ahir Bhairav?
Ahir Bhairav is a melodic framework (raag) in South Asian classical music. Stream 0 renditions of Ahir Bhairav on Saarey Music.
Raag Ahir Bhairav is a morning raga in Hindustani classical music, known for its calm, devotional, and introspective mood. It is a blend of Raag Bhairav and Raag Ahiri (or Abhiri), and occasionally includes shades of Bageshree or Kafi. Scale: Arohana (ascending): S Ṟ G M P D Ṉ Ṡ Avarohana (descending): Ṡ Ṉ D P M G Ṟ S Notes: Ṟ (komal Re) and Ṉ (komal Ni) are flat notes. Sometimes Pa and Sa are skipped or used subtly in ascent. Oscillation (andolan) on komal Re is a hallmark feature from Bhairav. Descending phrases like Ṉ Ḍ Ṉ Ṟ~ S evoke its unique blend. Pakad (signature phrase): S, r G M, G M r, ṇ Ḍ, ṇ r S Ahir Bhairav evokes a serene and devotional atmosphere, making it a favorite for meditative compositions and light classical forms like bhajans and thumris.