[Pramāṇa](https://indike.org/pramana/) › [Studies](https://indike.org/pramana/ins) › [Architecture and art](https://indike.org/pramana/ins.art) › [The Music and Musical Instruments of Southern India and the Deccan](https://indike.org/pramana/ins.art.day-1891) › c9.12 # The Music and Musical Instruments of Southern India and the Deccan c9.12 The Music and Musical Instruments of Southern India and the Deccan c9.12 - **Language:** English ### [c9.12](https://indike.org/pramana/ins.art.day-1891.c9.12) Many of these melodies in themselves are extremely beautiful, and their simplicity adds an additional charm that no words can express—the airs of different country districts are but a reflex of the character and feelings of the people to whom they belong. Some are pathetic and melodious—music that exactly reproduces the feelings inspired by the words; others are gay and bright—true accompaniments to the daily pursuits and occupations of life; and in many of them may be found a vein of repose, slightly tinged with melancholy, that offers a curious contrast to either of the former; indeed, so much variety may be found that it is unnecessary to notice in detail merits that must be evident to the musical reader. - [Previous: c9.11](https://indike.org/pramana/ins.art.day-1891.c9.11) - [Next: c9.13](https://indike.org/pramana/ins.art.day-1891.c9.13) - [Up: c9](https://indike.org/pramana/ins.art.day-1891.c9) --- Source: [https://indike.org/pramana/ins.art.day-1891.c9.12](https://indike.org/pramana/ins.art.day-1891.c9.12) · Pramāṇa