How to get into ghazal
ghazal: form of poetry in South Asia and the Middle East, whose first and every even-numbered lines rhyme northsound.fm covers 33 ghazal artists with curated starting points for each.
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Common questions
What's the best way to get into ghazal?
Start with Manna Dey's "Ki Emon Katha". It's one of the most accessible and representative entry points into ghazal.
Who are the best ghazal artists to start with?
Some of the best starting points for ghazal include Manna Dey, Asha Bhosle and Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan. Each has a dedicated listening guide on northsound.fm.
What is ghazal?
form of poetry in South Asia and the Middle East, whose first and every even-numbered lines rhyme