Music of India
Indian classical music, known for its depth, complexity, and spiritual essence, has a history that spans thousands of years. One of the most intriguing aspects of its development is the interplay of various cultural influences that have shaped its evolution. Among these, the influence of Persian music on Hindustani classical
Throwback Thursday
Mattia Battistini, the great Italian baritone, was born in Rome on 27th February 1856. After completing his studies, his debut came about as follows: It is 1878. The leading baritone of the Teatro Argentina is indisposed, the opera La Favoritahas been announced and the director is in despair when someone
Music of India
Solkattu, the intricate system of vocalized rhythmic patterns, is a cornerstone of Carnatic percussion. Integral to the training and performance of South Indian classical music, solkattu is not only a method for teaching rhythm but also an art form in its own right. Its evolution traces back centuries and reflects
News
Maestro Zubin Mehta, NCPA Chairman Khushroo N. Suntook, SOI Music Director Marat Bisengaliev and members of the audience share their thoughts on the concerts which brought the Maestro and the SOI together for the first time. Zubin Mehta My friend of 80 years, Khushroo Suntook (we were classmates at Mumbai’
Music of India
Indian classical music is not just an auditory experience but a profound journey into the depths of cultural, spiritual, and emotional landscapes. This ancient tradition is steeped in symbolism, where every note, rhythm, and performance element carries deeper meanings and associations. The symbolism in Indian classical music enhances its expressive
Interviews
As the Managing Director of the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, James Williams boasts an illustrious career spanning over two decades in classical music leadership. Prior to his current role, James made significant contributions during his tenure with the Philharmonia Orchestra, London, where he served as the Director of UK Programme and
Music of India
Gaon Badabar, Post Office Sujangarh, Churu. Till about a century ago that used to be the Thar address of the Gangani clan. Today they are scattered around the mohallas of the Regarpura area in Delhi’s Karol Bagh, around half-a-dozen households which spring to life every morning at 7.30
Features
The 2023 edition of the eight-week long BBC Proms festival finally ended with a crash, boom and wallop on 9 September. It had me glued for all that time to internet radio, so the abrupt absence of the daily ritual is a little disorienting. It has been a remarkable season
Staying in the zone can sometimes be a problem when writing an essay. From the distraction of others, your mind getting in the way of your work, or your own procrastination, it’s easy to get out of the ‘zone’ and not be able to get back in. One way
Music Education
Eighteen years ago, when I married Luis on New Year’s Day, I could not possibly have predicted how dramatically our lives would change in just four years’ time. When we got married, Luis was a doctor in the NHS (National Health Service) in the UK. He had just made
Music of India
The BBC Proms music festival 2023 had many interesting highlights. Prom 69a featured the BBC Singers, who will be a century old next year. But earlier this year, the BBC (British Broadcasting Corporation) controversially decided to disband the choir steeped in music history as part of its “new strategy” for
Features
One of the many things I love about listening to internet radio podcasts, especially when listening to music is that the focus is solely on the aural sense, as opposed to watching a concert. I am able to listen more attentively without the distraction of the visual element. But occasionally
