Riyaz

Riyaz (also Rriyaaz) is a Hindustani term used for music practice, for honing of Hindustani classical music vocal as well as instrument skills in the Indian subcontine nt. It is known as Sadhakam or Sadhana in Carnatic music. It is followed rigorously by the students as well as exponents of vocal as well as dancing forms.

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