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Welcoming Spring: Understanding Raag Basant
Spring is here and I thought I'd share a Basant treat that's been on repeat the last week or two. Pt Basavaraj Rajguru's rendition of Nabi Ke Darbar and…
On Chechnya banning music considered too slow or too fast
Music bans are usually cultural bans and bans on symbolism, or anarchic forces. This time it's western techno music, but here lies an authoritarian…
Holi Festival - Sounds of Spring
Sharing a few of my favorites classical numbers among the thousands written about Holi. Common thread across them: there's a mention of Holi in the…
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Understanding Raag Charukeshi
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Understanding Raag Kirwani
The iconic Raag Darbari Kanada
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Philosophy of music & the South Asian theory
Quite an introduction to Raag Shree
Ancient tradition says this raag is so complex and serious that it probably conveys the ultimate truth. I'll leave that to you and your interpretation…
[Premium] Akbar Birbal - Brindavani Saarang & Darbari live with choreography
Our play had a grand opening. Here are some of the Saarang based songs that we performed with live choreography.
Celebrating India's Republic Day with Vande Mataram
Banned by the British Colonialists from 1905 to 1947, this protest song and its message brought a diverse and largely uneducated nation together. 140…
Remembering Dr Prabha Atre and her music
Prabhaji's voice captivated generations of musicians, and her evergreen compositions remain inspirational and sticky across decades. Last week got…
Raag Bhairavi by Ustad Rashid Khan
The world lost Ustad Rashid Khan this week. We lost a giant in classical music. His unforgettable voice, artistry, and legacy will live on inspiring…
Happy'24! Praying for grace with the Todi family
Todi balances being somber and mighty. Heart-wringin yet peaceful and, according to this 16th century painting of Ragini singing todi, able to draw deer…
The iconic Raag Darbari Kanada
Said to be perfected by Tansen, this 'massive' raag is a musician's delight appealing to both novice listeners and experienced patrons alike.
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