Which of the following pair of Thumri singing - characteristic is correct?
I. Poorab - fairly slow and staid
II. Punjab - more mercurial
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 2
The correct answer is Option (2) - Both I and II
Both pairs of Thumri singing characteristics are indeed correct:
I. Poorab - fairly slow and staid
II. Punjab - more mercurial
In Thumri singing, the style can vary depending on the region and tradition. Thumri singing from the Poorab (Eastern India) region tends to be fairly slow and staid, with a more restrained and solemn expression. On the other hand, Thumri singing from the Punjab region is known for its livelier and more mercurial qualities.