'Samaveda' is considered to be one of the primary sources of Indian music and art. Sama Veda ◌ Sama Veda derives its roots from 'saman' which means melodies. It is a collection of melodies. ◌ The Sama Veda (book of chants) had 1549 hymns. - All hymns (excluding 75) were taken from the Rig Veda. ◌ The hymns of the Sama Veda were recited by Udgatri at the Soma sacrifice. ◌ This Veda is important for Indian music. ◌ It contains Dhrupad Raga.