In 1971, Young studied Hindustani singing under the tutelage of Pandit Pran Nath, a master of the Kirana gharana of North Indian classical music. Young's work in Hindustani singing was influential in his development as a composer and performer, and it can be heard in his music throughout his career.
Harmony of the Avant-Garde: Unraveling the Melodic Journey of La Monte Young