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The two major elements of Pakistani classical music are'sur' (musical note) and 'lai' (rhythm). A raag is the systematic grouping of musical notes into a scale. Taal refers to the organization of rhythm (lai) in a cycle. During a performance, improvisation is crucial. In Pakistan, modern popular music is a blend of Eastern improvisation, African rhythms, and Western polyphonic musical expressiveness, which includes shifting scales. It has a rhythmic rather than melodic appeal, which appeals to younger listeners who are seduced by its almost romantic character.

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