Hariprasad Chaurasia is the undisputed master of the Bansuri, the bamboo flute which holds such a special position in the Indian culture. Associated with the playful and seductive Lord Krishna of Hindu mythology, in its modern form its beguiling tone still holds audiences in its power. The Raga Kaunsi Kanhra should be performed late at night. Its mood may be described as sober, yet romantic. One aspect of Indian classical music, and a supreme test of musicianship, is the combining of melodic features from two ragas to generate a third. In this recording Hariprasad Chaurasia charts his course between two parent ragas (Malkauns and Darbari) to create Kaunsi Kanhra with the assurance and skill expected of a master. He is accompanied by Sabir Khan on Tabla.