Sitar music is a traditional form of Indian classical music that originated in the northern part of India. It is characterized by its use of a sitar, a stringed instrument with a long neck and a gourd-shaped resonator. The music is based on ragas, which are melodic frameworks that provide the basis for improvisation. Ragas are composed of specific notes and scales, and each raga has its own unique mood and emotion. Sitar music is often accompanied by tabla drums and other instruments, and is used in both religious and secular contexts.