Raga (noun)

A traditional melodic form in Indian classical music, characterized by specific ascending and descending sequences of notes and associated with particular moods or times of day.

Origin:

From the sanskrit word "rāga" meaning "color, mood".

Examples:

1. He began the concert with a morning raga.
2. The raga was performed on a sitar.
3. Each raga has specific rules for the intervals between the notes.
4. The raga is the foundation of Indian classical music.
5. Raga is an integral part of Indian classical music culture.