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Month: January 2024

Preventive Use of Instrumental Music for Wellness

Preventive Use of Instrumental Music for Wellness

Sayanta Ganguly, Research Scholar, Sister Nivedita University, Kolkata West Bengal Abstract: This study delves into the multifaceted benefits of incorporating instrumental music as a preventive measure for overall health and well-being. Music has long been recognized for its therapeutic properties, but this research focuses specifically on the preventive aspects of instrumental compositions. Through a comprehensive review of existing literature and empirical studies, we examine how instrumental music, devoid of lyrics, can positively influence various aspects of mental, emotional, and physical…

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Charulata: from the Language of Literature to the Language of Film

Charulata: from the Language of Literature to the Language of Film

Dr. Pratiti Pramanik Dey Abstract: “Charulata,” directed by the legendary Satyajit Ray in 1964, stands as a cinematic rendition of Rabindranath Tagore’s 1901 story ‘Nashtaneed.’ The film, produced by RD Bansal, features remarkable performances by Soumitra Chatterjee, Madhabi Mukherjee, Shailen Mukherjee, Shyamal Ghoshal, Geetali Roy, and others, with Satyajit Ray himself handling the music direction. Released on 17th April 1964, the film unfolds the poignant tale of Charulata, brilliantly portrayed by Madhabi Mukherjee, alongside Soumitra Chatterjee as Amal and Shailen…

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Application of Folk Music as portrayed in Satyajit Ray’s Apu Trilogy and Sonar Kella

Application of Folk Music as portrayed in Satyajit Ray’s Apu Trilogy and Sonar Kella

Dr. Sukanya Sarker, Ph.D. , Rabindra Bharati University, Senior Fellow of CCRT, Former Junior Fellow of CCRT (2014-2015) Abstract  In India, folk music plays a very important role in theatre, drama and films. Folk music and culture are the soul of rural India as well as of Indian culture. Cinema is a universal medium which can convey messages to all walks of life. The music of Pather Panchali (based on a famous Bengali novel by Bibhutibhushan Bandyopadhyay) by Ravi Shankar…

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‘BIHU’: AN UNTOLD STORY

‘BIHU’: AN UNTOLD STORY

DR. LOPAMUDRA CHAKRABORTY CHATTERJEE, MUSIC DEPARTMENT, MEMARI COLLEGE, BURDWANchakrabortylopamudra8@gmail.com Abstract:All Assamese speak the Assamese language. This language is understandable to all. But despitethe differences in the regional languages among the different tribes of Assam, the officiallanguage and the common Assamese language are the only authentic ones. Those who came andlived in Assam before and after independence have also adopted this language. Generally, we saythat those who speak the Assamese language are usually Assamese. But different tribes and clanslive in Assam…

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Women’s Brata : Rituals in Bengali Folk Culture

Women’s Brata : Rituals in Bengali Folk Culture

Dr. Srabani Sen, Associate Professor, Department of Music, Tarakeswar Degree College e-mail-srabanisn1@gmail.com  Mobile no- 6290242709 Brata is an age-old religious ritual practiced by women of West Bengal. Bratakhatas have an intricate relationship with the worship of gods and goddesses in the community life of the Bengali people. Bratas act to maintain traditional Hindu values but also emphasize the power of women. Bratas are performed to gain such goals as a healthy family, a good husband, and a happy life. Bratinis…

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Music & Cinema : A Tool of Communication

Music & Cinema : A Tool of Communication

MUSIC AND CINEMA – A TOOL OF COMMUNICATION Sayantika Ghosh State Aided College Teacher Department of Journalism And Mass-Communication Gobardanga Hindu College Contact no. 9804395853 Email-mimisayantika@gmail.com Abstract – As a means of expression, film serves as an instinctual recorder, preserving and producing valuable perceptible goggle. Both music and film are reliant on one another. Music, considered to be the oldest form of art, contributes to the cultural development of cinema. The success and use of music in film are the…

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‘Parisodh’ and Dance Drama ‘Shyama’: The Poet’s Intentions in the Duel of Transformation

‘Parisodh’ and Dance Drama ‘Shyama’: The Poet’s Intentions in the Duel of Transformation

Priyanka Bhattacharjee, WhatsApp +918274925150, Phone number +8801831545775, Email: priyanka1995.bd@gmail.com Sound signal, Transformation, choreography, dramaturgy, dramatic compositions, metamorphosis Abstract : “Parisodh” and “Shyama” are two distinct dramatic compositions that showcase the poetic intentions of their creators through the expressive mediums of song and dance. In both instances, the core theme revolves around the profound concept of transformation, emphasizing the multifaceted nature of human existence. In the context of “Parisodh,” the drama unfolds through a compelling interplay of music and narrative, with…

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