In Hindustani music the thaat is equivalent of Melakarta.

Hindustani music was influenced by the Persian performance practices of the Afghan Mughals.

Although Hindustani music clearly is focused on the vocal performance, instrumental forms have existed since ancient times.

She was adept in both Carnatic and Hindustani music.

Hindustani music is mainly found in North India.

It is said to be borrowed into Hindustani music from Carnatic music.

So she had the chance to learn Hindustani music.

It was borrowed into Hindustani music, like many other Carnatic rāgams.

Hindustani music is an aural tradition, and therefore writing is not an essential part of learning.

Hamsalekha's style includes elements of western and Hindustani music.