Marva

Raag Marva is a centerpiece of Indian Classical Music, belonging to the Marwa Thhat. It is a sunset melody (Sandhiprakash Raag) that evokes a unique sense of restlessness, anxiety, and profound yearning. The most striking feature of Marva is the complete omission of the note Pancham (Pa) and the distinct treatment of the Shadaj (Sa), which is often suppressed to emphasize the Komal Rishabh (Re) and Shuddh Dhaivat (Dha). The Vadi is Komal Re and the Samavadi is Shuddh Dha, creating a dissonant yet hauntingly beautiful atmosphere. Marva is known for its 'Gambhir' (serious) nature and is considered a challenging raag that requires great skill to maintain its specific mood of spiritual detachment and tension. It is typically performed during the transition from day to evening, capturing the fading light of the sun.