How Long to Read The Journey of the Sitar in Indian Classical Music

How Long Does it Take to Read The Journey of the Sitar in Indian Classical Music?

It takes the average reader 2 hours and 40 minutes to read The Journey of the Sitar in Indian Classical Music by Dr. Swarn Lata

Assuming a reading speed of 250 words per minute. Learn more

Description

Since the thirteenth century, the sitar—a stringed, plucked instrument of India—has transformed into an instrument beloved by millions in its country of origin as well as all over the world. The Journey of the Sitar in Indian Classical Music details the origin, history, and playing styles of this unique stringed instrument. Dr. Swarn Lata relies on more than thirty-five years of experience teaching sitar to students from diverse cultures and communities as well as extensive research from libraries, museums, temples, and musicologists to compile a comprehensive guidebook filled with fascinating facts about the sitar. In a carefully organized format, Lata offers an in-depth examination of the meaning of musical instruments, the styles of different gharanas, and the place of the sitar in Indian classical music. Music is an extraordinary medium of expression that has the capability to bring the world together. This step-by-step guidebook shares a one-of-akind study of a unique instrument that produces a beautiful sound while providing an unforgettable spiritual experience to all who listen.

How long is The Journey of the Sitar in Indian Classical Music?

The Journey of the Sitar in Indian Classical Music by Dr. Swarn Lata is 160 pages long, and a total of 40,000 words.

This makes it 54% the length of the average book. It also has 49% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read The Journey of the Sitar in Indian Classical Music Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 3 hours and 38 minutes to read The Journey of the Sitar in Indian Classical Music aloud.

What Reading Level is The Journey of the Sitar in Indian Classical Music?

The Journey of the Sitar in Indian Classical Music is suitable for students ages 10 and up.

Note that there may be other factors that effect this rating besides length that are not factored in on this page. This may include things like complex language or sensitive topics not suitable for students of certain ages.

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