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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 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, each representing a particular aspect of nature.
Classical music, therefore, has an undeniable and inextricable link to nature, as well as the vast, unfathomable expanse of creation that we call the universe. Some experts have even suggested that music is the language of the universe, and there’s not much an average listener can do but believe in this notion. Many may have found this difficult to believe until they attended classical music concerts performed by trained professionals in the field. Being introduced to the enchanting world of ragas is as divine an experience as getting to know nature in its purest form.
Although music is the language of the universe, it requires experts to speak it. Learning Indian classical music isn’t for everyone. There are many factors associated with it, and it can sometimes seem overwhelming. To begin with, individuals must possess a natural talent in their vocal cords that allows them to absorb music lessons. Then, it takes the determination of the learner to make the ultimate decision to study this art form. The most challenging task of all is finding the right teacher. Without proper training, the hope of achieving great success in classical music is all but gone.
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