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Traditionally, music has been passed down orally from teacher to student. Because of this, not only the teaching methods but also much of the documentation survived through spoken accounts and personal memories. Over time, this process often led to gaps, changes, or exaggerations in the information. Although important treatises on musical theory were written, detailed records about the lives and contributions of musicians are largely missing.
In today’s fast-paced and digital-driven music industry, proper documentation is essential. It helps protect copyright, secure revenue, ensure clarity in collaborations, and preserve the artistic legacy of musicians.
This paper emphasizes that systematic music documentation is the need of the hour. It highlights the importance of organized records and transparent processes to support creative work, protect rights, and sustain the long-term value of musical heritage.
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Importance of documentation in Indian Classical music: need of the hour
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"Importance of documentation in Indian Classical music: need of the hour", International Journal for Research Trends and Innovation (www.ijrti.org), ISSN:2456-3315, Vol.11, Issue 2, page no.b58-b62, February-2026, Available :http://www.ijrti.org/papers/IJRTI2602108.pdf
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