Transitions in the post natyashastra period (700 A.D. to 1100 A.D.)

Besides the classical music several other vocal forms were being sung in different parts of the country. Different melodies, different taals and languages were being used in these vocal forms. The music was named as 'Deshi Sangeet' by Matang Muni. Different styles used in singing Deshi music were called 'Swara Geeti'

Through the blending of these swarageetis the Jatis, new melodies which were called Raagas.

The vocal forms which were being sung in different societies were called 'Prabandhas'.