The Introduction and the Reception of Hindustani Classical Music in Nepal After 1951

        Nepal has strongly been influenced by the cultures of its neighbouring country India, and music is one of them. Currently, the “Hindustani Music”which was theoretically systematized and developed in North India is also regarded as a classical music of Nepal. The recognition of such concept to the general public is deeply related with the political change in 1951......... more

Introduction and Dissemination of Hindustani Classical Music in Nepal

 This dissertation clarifies how Hindustani Classical Music has been introduced in Nepal after its unification in 1769. This tradition flourished during the Rana period in Nepal, and became one of its classical music.  

Nepal is one of the countries in South Asia which is considered as a same cultural area as India for they have similar traditions, customs, religions and the ethnicity. There is also a long history of migration between Nepal and India sharing their culture. Historical Kings of Lichhivi, Malla and Shah dynasty’s origin were from various parts of India, who came to rule in Nepal at different periods. They established themselves and tried to develop some native culture, as some were introduced from India too. ..............more