Bind. Compose. Celebrate. From 7 – 9 July 2011, the Bandish Festival 2011 will showcase some of the most treasured bandishes created by legendary, eminent composers such as Faiyaz Khan, Inayat Hussain Khan, Alladiya Khan, Kumar Gandharva, Kabir, Tulsidas & Surdas performed by eminent artistes like Ghulam Husnain Khan, Rashid Khan, Shubha Mudgal, Anup Jalota, Ashwini Bhide Deshpande, & Vasundhara Komkali at the NCPA Media Release For Immediate Release Mumbai, July, 2011“ Albela sajan ayo re yeri sakhi man ata sukh payo re...” Most people relate to this excerpt as a song from the film ‘Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam’ But this is a well-known traditional bandish composed by Manrang (early 18 th century). The lyrics describe “the joy brought in by the arrival of the beloved”, while the melody chiselled in raga Ahir Bhairav, a morning melody, aptly depicts the personality of the raga. This two-line excerpt is not just poetry. These words hold the p ower to un fo ld a rag a of immense co mp le xi ty; of unpar allele d beau ty. They hold within them a comp ositio n including a melody, rhythm and text. Let it wash over you and you will see unfold, a delicate mingling of literary text set to tunes and patterned to a certain format of rendering and presentation. This bandish that you just read is by Kumar Gand harva in Raga Tod i. Las t yea r, whe n the National Centre for the Performin g Arts, India’s premier arts and culture institution, launched ‘ Bandish’, it was with this very aim of allowing you to revel in this celebration of these legendary composers and the ir compos iti ons ; to transce nd thr oug h mus ic, its musin gs and its unra vellin g. This year, Tata Capi tal has 1 Highlights of the festival Second successive year of the festival 釘 andish� A festival that will showcas e compositions of legendary composers such as Faiyaz Khan, Inayat Hussain Khan, Alladiya Khan, Kumar Gandharva, Kabir, Tulsidas & Surdas Historical compositions sung by eminent artistes like Ghulam Husnain Khan, Rashid Khan, Shubha Mudgal, Anup Jalota, Ashwini Bhide Deshpande, & Vasundhara Komkali NCPA Chalk Talk lecture series on 填 nder st andi ng Bandi sh at � Crossword Bookstore, Kemps Corner on 30th J u n e & at Tata Capital , One Forbes (for Tata Capital employees only) on 5th J u l y
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From 7 – 9 July 2011, the Bandish Festival 2011 will showcase some of themost treasured bandishes created by legendary, eminent composers such asFaiyaz Khan, Inayat Hussain Khan, Alladiya Khan, Kumar Gandharva, Kabir,
Tulsidas & Surdas performed by eminent artistes like Ghulam Husnain Khan,Rashid Khan, Shubha Mudgal, Anup Jalota, Ashwini Bhide Deshpande, &
Vasundhara Komkali at the NCPA
Media Release For Immediate Release
Mumbai, July, 2011
“ Albela sajan ayo re
yeri sakhi man ata sukh payo re...”
Most people relate to this excerpt as a song from the film ‘Hum Dil De ChukeSanam’
But this is a well-known traditional bandish composed by Manrang (early 18th
century). The lyrics describe “the joy brought in by the arrival of the beloved”,while the melody chiselled in raga Ahir Bhairav, a morning melody, aptly depicts
the personality of the raga.
This two-line excerpt is not just poetry. These words hold the
power to unfold a raga of immense complexity; of
unparalleled beauty. They hold within them a composition
including a melody, rhythm and text. Let it wash over you
and you will see unfold, a delicate mingling of literary text
set to tunes and patterned to a certain format of rendering and presentation.
This bandish that you just read is by Kumar Gandharva in
Raga Todi. Last year, when the National Centre for the
Performing Arts, India’s premier arts and culture institution,
launched ‘ Bandish’ , it was with this very aim of allowing
you to revel in this celebration of these legendary composers
and their compositions; to transcend through music, its
musings and its unravelling. This year, Tata Capital has
1
Highlights of the festival
Second successive year of the festival 釘andish�
A festival that will showcase
compositions of legendary composerssuch as Faiyaz Khan, Inayat Hussain
Khan, Alladiya Khan, Kumar Gandharva,Kabir, Tulsidas & Surdas
Historical compositions sung by eminent
artistes like Ghulam Husnain Khan, RashidKhan, Shubha Mudgal, Anup Jalota, Ashwini
Bhide Deshpande, & Vasundhara Komkali
NCPA Chalk Talk lecture series on 填nderstanding Bandish at � Crossword
Bookstore, Kemps Corner on 30th Jun e & atTata Capital , One Forbes (for Tata Capital
Ghulam Husnain Khan (Raja Miyan) will present Faiyaz Khan’s (1886–1950) compositions. Known for his chhota
khayals, which were chiseled to perfection, Faiyaz Khan was one of the greatest composers of the 20th century. In
Faiyaz Khan’s hands, the bandish emerged from its chrysalis, evolving into a three-dimensional, multifaceted,
dazzling personality, synonymous with the raga.
Rashid Khan
Rashid Khan will be showcasing the exquisitive and dynamic works of Inayat Hussain Khan, one of the mostcelebrated vocalists of the Rampur – Sahaswan gharana and a composer par excellence. The gharana excels in the
repertoire and distinct style of rendering tarana compositions and power packed speedy taans of various types and lays
emphasis on the use of lyrics (bol ) in all stages of khayal development.
Friday, July 8th, 2011
Shubha Mudgal
Shubha Mudgal is a renowned singer of Hindustani classical music, khayal , thumri, dadra, as well as popular Indian
music. An acomplised compose of works that include rare texts from Sufiana poetry and teachings of Indian poets, she
will present the divine works of Kabir (c. 1425 - 1505)
Anoop Jalota
Anup Jalota, a much revered bhajan and ghazal artiste, will present the works of noted saint poets Tulsidas (c. 1532– 1623) and Surdas (1478–1581), who composed famous pieces of literature based on the life and times of Lord Rama
and Lord Krishna respectively. These include Ramcharitmanas by Tulsidas and Sur Sagar by Surdas that have been
immortalised by their timeless relevance and following till date.
Saturday, July 9th, 2011
Ashwini Bhide-Deshpande
Ashwini Bhide Deshpande has trained in the Jaipur-Atrauli gharana and is known for her melodious tonal quality and
emotiveness, whilst retaining the basic raga framework. She will be presenting the compositions of Alladiya Khansaheb(c. 1855–1946), known for his immense repertoire of traditional dhrupad, khayal compositions and compound ragas.
Vasundhara Komkali
Vasundhara Komkali, under the expert tutelage of Kumar Gandharva has received training in Indian classical music.
She has also being trained in classical music under Dr B R Deodhar, `a doyen of Gwalior Gharana and a disciple of Pt.
Paluskar`. Her music reveals an indelible impact of the inimitable style pioneered by Kumarji through his variousthematic presentations. Hailed as the harbinger of the avant garde movement in Indian music, Kumar Gandharva was a
non-conformist who made bold attempts at assimilating the best from contemporary styles, both art and folk.
Box Office
Bookings for members and non-members has started
Call 66223724/ 66223754 to book tickets.
To use the online booking facility simply log on to the NCPA official website
http://www.ncpamumbai.com / buy-tickets or visit www.bookmyshow.com.