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Dr. Deepanita explores the many voyages of memories, music and migration. An exclusive for Different Truths.
Music, melody, harmony, and reuniting with self. How often do you travel and enjoy music? Well, we do not realise. We forget to acknowledge the impact of music on our lives. We travel and make memories along with the music. The connection with the culture joins us with the sounds and tunes of the land.
We travel to explore. To explore is to learn. To learn is to enjoy. To enjoy means to listen to music. The rhythm and sound produce serenity. This peace offers an identity. The catharsis gives understanding and maturity. Exposure to good music enlightens the soul. If there is any definition of soul and spirit, music bridges the gap. The gap between pragmatic and emotional life.
In sadness, merriment, introspection, and excitement a tune shapes the language of feelings.
In sadness, merriment, introspection, and excitement a tune shapes the language of feelings. The abstract and the unexplained are known through music. To peep into the window of hearts we take the help of music. It is selfless, universal, and yet personal. Since we need music for the soul, we travel. We seek and find the treasure. The music narrates the uniqueness of the land.
Music Travels
The different genres of music travel. It shifts, mixes, composes and brings along the local to the universal. A collective preference. Unity of thought. An amalgamation of emotions weaves with language and harmony to rise from dead social evils.
The songs awaken the people. Vande Mataram and Jana Gana Mana travel the world.
The magical influence moves states and countries to fight and rise for freedom. Who can ignore the songs of patriotic fervor? The songs that travel. The songs that inspire. The songs awaken the people. Vande Mataram and Jana Gana Mana travel the world. It accompanies events, sports, politics, and society. It brings us closer to respect, identity and emotions. From the very national to personal, music heals.
Music Unifies
Music binds people together with unifying thoughts. Ekla Chole re to Amake Amar moto thakte dao travel states and countries to define the journey of individuality and freedom. Explains the essence of rights. We feel patriotic through music. Music transmits romance, excitement, guilt, and repentance. With seasons, climates to society and life, Indian and world music travel. Sawan ka mahina pawan kare shor to Zindagi kaisi hai Paheli still strike the cord of humanity. Equal in emotions, united in feeling and one with music.
The journey of singers, instrumentalists, composers, and lyricists has the power to enlighten all.
The journey of singers, instrumentalists, composers, and lyricists has the power to enlighten all. Their contribution is immense. They are the peace providers. They essay the role of healers. Be it a regional language or an international language, music is the source of synchronisation. Through spiritual music, film music, folk, and international music, art, and literature travel. It educates us about countries, languages, people, and lifestyles.
Culture and Identity
Music enriches culture and identity. Songs of Elvis Presley is still a popular rock and roll genre. The melodies of international music travel to India and other parts of the world. It inspires musicians to experiment with fusion. The sound of international music with Indian tunes is often a medium to reinvent old songs. Melodies of Kishore Kumar, Mohammed Rafi, and Mukesh are still favorites of the old and new generation of listeners.
Indian musicians … journey with music opens doors of talent and appreciation on international platforms.
Tabla, guitar, dholak, and drums symbolise the universal quality of music. The spirit of togetherness brings life to the musical instruments. People from different countries appreciate Indian instruments. Show keen interest to learn the diverse tunes. Indian musicians like Ravi Shankar, Zakir Hussain, and Amjad Ali Khan are the stalwarts. Their journey with music opens doors of talent and appreciation on international platforms.
Maps, Memories, Music
Maps, memories, and music have a parallel purpose. Maps lead us to places. Memories are part of knowing the journey and self. Music contributes to blend the map with memories. The amazing fact of music is the sense of appreciation. This is naturally known. One may not know to play instruments or sing perfectly. But connecting with music is natural.
The boundaries are on the map. Music transcends this boundary.
The correct note of Sa, Re, Ga, Ma, Pa may sound unknown to many. But the art of listening to good music is enchanting. The one in many. The boundaries are on the map. Music transcends this boundary. As nature is free, sounds of nature inspire music. Poets, travelers, and musicians offer a journey of nature. This voyage is a new beginning to the unknown rhythms and harmony.
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