The Charm Of Classical Singing
by T Gibbison
If history claims that the great musician Tansen could bring rain by singing the monsoon raga ‘Megh-Malhar,’ don’t be too surprised. It wouldn’t be incorrect to say that in one way or another, Indian classical music can evoke emotions ranging from simple charm to awe-inspiring miracles. It’s impossible to pinpoint exactly when music entered people’s lives or what inspired Inspired by nature - Artist Robert Tucker talks about himself and his artist experience in this exclusive article. Inspired by nature The glorious portal of a new year is again upon me. My mind has wondered since the start of 2008 as to which direction my creative self will take. For me a torrent of feelings were released in… it. The origins of music as we know it today remain a mystery. Was it inspired Inspired by nature - Artist Robert Tucker talks about himself and his artist experience in this exclusive article. Inspired by nature The glorious portal of a new year is again upon me. My mind has wondered since the start of 2008 as to which direction my creative self will take. For me a torrent of feelings were released in… by birds, mountains, deserts, the gentle sound of a flowing stream, the red hue of dawn, the quiet of the dark blue dusk, the mighty waves clashing against cliffs, or gentle rain pouring over a serene valley? Indian classical music seems to be a celebration of all these elements and more.
This connection to nature becomes clearer when we consider the various ragas, … ...Read the rest.
“The Charm Of Classical Singing”
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