KnowraAlapLinked fromLinked fromThe 8 pages that link to Alap, each with the reason it gives.All 8Broader topic 3Related 5Hindustani classical musicBroader topic: It introduces the raga before the main composition and rhythmic cycle begin.Ravi ShankarBroader topic: Shankar often used the alap to reveal a raga gradually before percussion entered.Indian classical musicBroader topic: In Hindustani performance, alap introduces a raga before rhythmic development begins.