In this book, first published in 1972, Indian music is given the comprehensive treatment it so richly deserves. The author brings a wealth of association with the country and its music into focus with a general introduction to the cultural and spiritual environment, and to the techniques, instruments and methods of the Indian musician.

In this book, first published in 1972, Indian music is given the comprehensive treatment it so richly deserves. The author brings a wealth of association with the country and its music into focus with a general introduction to the cultural and spiritual environment, and to the techniques, instruments and methods of the Indian musician.

Colonial Cousins explores the historic relationships and connections between Australia and India, two colonies of the British Empire. The work considers affinities of landscape and culture, and documents relationships in trade and government, as well as anecdotal links from the time of Gondwana, when the continents were physically joined, to the present. 'Impressively and meticulously researched book ...' - Age 'The strength of Colonial Cousins, lies in the main text, which is a documented history of connections. It will certainly find a place in a University library.' - anglos in the wind