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INDIAN CLASSICAL MUSIC NEWS
Superman theme reimagined with Indian classical instruments earns global praise: ‘Wasn’t ready for this’
July 09, 2025 5:39 am
James Gunn’s Superman hits theatres July 11, introducing David Corenswet as the new Man of Steel in a bold reboot that blends heart, heroism, and a fresh take on the iconic DC legend.
'I don’t play to teach, I play to share joy': Pandit Hariprasad Chaurasia on six-decade journey with the flute
June 24, 2025 8:00 am
“People may not know the name behind the flute; this journey is about sharing the voice of the flute,” said maestro Chaurasia, while talking about his unconventional journey from wrestling to music.
‘A miser like me is playing for free, and you’re saying you can’t play?’: Flute maestro Pandit Ronu Majumdar on how Kishore Kumar helped him find humour in music and life
February 05, 2025 4:04 pm
Recently honoured with Padma Shri, Pandit Ronu Majumdar talks about his four-decade journey as an Indian classical musician and his association with legends such as Zakir Hussain.
Knowledge nugget of the day: Haveli Sangeet
December 02, 2024 11:31 am
What is Haveli Sangeet? How does it blend tradition and devotion? What is its legacy? Go beyond the nugget to know about the two systems of classical music.
Rediscovering Haveli Sangeet: A journey through India’s ancient temple music
August 26, 2024 12:02 pm
Bhakti, an intense emotional devotion to the divine, is described in ancient Indian texts as a path to achieving everlasting bliss and unity with God.
Ustad Rashid Khan, the 'assurance for the future of Indian classical music', dies at 55
January 15, 2024 3:25 pm
Ustad Rashid Khan, perhaps the finest Hindustani classical vocalist of our times and a compelling reminder of the brilliance and brightness of an age-old musical era lost to us, passed away in a Kolkata hospital.
Blending Indian classical ragas with Ayurveda principles can benefit menopausal women: Research
December 10, 2022 3:27 pm
Anagha, who is pursuing doctorate from Gujarat Ayurved University, employed Raga Madhyamavati as a 20-minute package of vocals accompanied by four instruments in her study, and observed a marked improvement in the psychological and cognitive domains of menopausal women
There's nothing richer than Indian classical music: Guy Buttery
November 18, 2022 8:40 pm
The microtonal aspects (of Indian classical music) automatically make it richer because there's more material to work with melodically. I'm just living and breathing (the music) on most days. I've always felt very honoured to have come across this music,” says Buttery
'Women have always been a central aspect of the Indian musical narrative': Singer Vidya Shah
December 06, 2021 9:38 am
"It has been my effort and sincere commitment to create conversation and make connections in the contemporary world through my music," the singer said.
Sitar player Rishab Rikhiram Sharma on battling anxiety, Pt Ravi Shankar, and healing powers of classical music
November 24, 2021 12:32 pm
On his connection with the sitar that "runs deep", Rishab said, "I have two lineages on my shoulders like one is my family lineage, and the other is the Ravi Shankar style of music and his gharana."
INDIAN CLASSICAL MUSIC PHOTOS
Ustad Iqbal Ahmed Khan passes away: A pictorial tribute to the classical music maestro
December 17, 2020 6:34 pm
Born in 1954, Iqbal Ahmed Khan was raised in the Delhi Gharana of music. He began his stage career at the age of four, under the guidance of his teacher and grandfather Ustad Chand Khan
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