(also sancaaram) a collection of phrases and swaras that completely describe the major characteristics of a raaga, including the nuances and possible anya swaras not included in the scales. They may also refer to elaborations of a single line or phrase in the song. When used in dance, they can specify the elaboration of the same line portrayed in different ways. Each different line, whether in dance or music, is a sancaari or sancaaram

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