Which of the following is not true of a Carnatic music performance such as kriti “Sarasiruha”?

A. it usually incorporates some forms of improvisation
B. it contains three functional layers: melody, drone, rhythm (percussion)
C. it is centered around a kriti, a well-known song that may not be sung
D. different ragas and talas are used in the different sections

ANS: D. different ragas and talas are used in the different sections

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A. the Native-American flute revival in Oklahoma. B. the use of orchestral and other non-Indian timbres. C. evangelical, Christian missionary and gospel music. D. the sacramental use of peyote and water drums.

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