Between the subgenres of Indian Classical Music -
Hindustani and Carnatic; Carnatic
music comes from southern India and evolved its own niche remaining immune
from foreign influences as opposed to Hindustani
Music. As derived from the ancient Hindu texts, this music traces its
origin in the Swaras of Devis and Devas themselves. A rich combination of
Sruti, Swara, Raga, and
Tala -this Tamil book by MR. N.S. PARTHASARATHY
is what you’re looking for if you’re just getting started in the magical world
of not just Carnatic but Indian
Classical music.