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Guitar-Happy Guy with a Mission: To Enrich Kids Musically

BY RUCHIRA GHOSH At first glance, Subhashish Ghosh comes across as the quintessential friendly neighbour—polite, helpful, and always ready to lend a hand. Rarely seen without his beloved guitar, he treats it as an extension of himself, a lifeline that fuels his passion. Though he earns his livelihood in the corporate world, Subhashish lives and breathes music. Hailing from a modest middle-class family in the … Continue reading Guitar-Happy Guy with a Mission: To Enrich Kids Musically

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Nilannjana Ghosh: The Flame of Music in Her Heart

BY RUCHIRA GHOSH (Fourth in the series on prominent vocalists in the National Capital) They say, “Charity begins at home.” For Nilannjana Ghosh, replace ‘charity’ with ‘music’, and you have her fascinating story. A Musical Lineage Nilannjana’s first brush with music came from her father, Manoj Kumar Mondol, and his musically gifted family. Her grandmother was a Western music singer, her grandfather an accomplished violinist, … Continue reading Nilannjana Ghosh: The Flame of Music in Her Heart

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Barnini Sen: High Optimism About  Past, Present & Future

BY RUCHIRA GHOSH This is another installment in our series profiling prominent female vocalists who have made the National Capital their home. I first encountered Barnini Sen at a musical soirée organized by the local Bengali community. Later, I had the pleasure of hearing her perform at a women’s cultural club we both frequent. Music came to Barnini as naturally as breathing. Growing up in … Continue reading Barnini Sen: High Optimism About  Past, Present & Future

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Music Is the Food of Love for Kaushiki

BY RUCHIRA GHOSH Kaushiki Deb grew up surrounded by dozens of musically devoted uncles and aunts—a testament to the sprawling extended families typical of India. One of her fondest childhood memories is singing in the dark with relatives until the power returned. Though her father was a doctor, and she was expected to follow in his footsteps, young Kaushiki was drawn irresistibly to vocal music. … Continue reading Music Is the Food of Love for Kaushiki

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Aparna Lahiri: Music on Her Mind

BY RUCHIRA GHOSH As a member of the vibrant cultural scene in the National Capital, I have had the pleasure of interacting with many highly talented individuals deeply immersed in music. These passionate women share a profound love for vocal music and much in common. All hail from ordinary middle-class backgrounds, with music running in their veins—thanks to parents or close relatives well-trained in the … Continue reading Aparna Lahiri: Music on Her Mind

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A Musical Extravaganza in the Indian Capital

BY RUCHIRA GHOSH This winter, music lovers and culture enthusiasts in New Delhi and its surrounding areas were treated to a spectacular mega musical event during a chilly mid-November weekend. The inaugural World Music Concert was organized by the Bengal Association, an autonomous body dedicated to preserving Bengali language, music, and cultural heritage for millions in the diaspora. The venue for this grand occasion was … Continue reading A Musical Extravaganza in the Indian Capital

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Beethoven’s 9th Symphony – Friedrich Schiller The Poet & The Composer

BY DR KAUSTAV BHATTACHARYYA Recently a literary evening was hosted by the Hotel Den located in Whitefield, Bengaluru with the occasion being the bicentennial or 200th Anniversary of Beethoven’s 9th Symphony and made special by the presence of German Professor and academic Dr. Juana Christina von Stein on her debut visit to India.  Dr. Juana von Stein was the Guest Speaker on the occasion which … Continue reading Beethoven’s 9th Symphony – Friedrich Schiller The Poet & The Composer

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Josh: Fusion Music to Enliven Your Spirits

BY RUCHIRA GHOSH An international fusion musical band, Josh has lately been creating ripples in and around the Dutch capital of Amsterdam. The name sounds strange, no? Well, it’s got to be because in Hindi (India’s lingua franca) it is synonymous with vim, vigour, vitality, euphoria and what have you. Still foxed? Well no worries, read on…. Josh is the brainchild of Irene Sarkar, a bio scientist cum professional … Continue reading Josh: Fusion Music to Enliven Your Spirits

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Chandrabali

BY RUCHIRA GHOSH Once upon a time, there was a pretty little girl who was rather shy and introvert. Having no playmates or siblings she would keep herself occupied with reading story books meant for children alongside academics and a smattering of music. Fast forward to many years later… the little one (transformed into a lovely lady) is now Chandrabali Rudra Dutta a renowned vocalist with keen interest … Continue reading Chandrabali

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