Category: Indigenous Art & Culture

Author : Nrityachuramani Rahul Dev Mondal ( Assistant Professor , Rabindra Bharati University , Department of Dance )Every dance form that exists has a history, its roots which are long and tangled goes beyond the years back to the centuries, when cultures changed themselves, modified themselves within a phase which was more or less were transitory in nature. For an Read More …

Dr. Rajasree Bhattacharya Abstract The final two decades of Rabindranath Tagore’s life cannot be regarded as a phase of creative decline; rather, they represent a period of extraordinary artistic expansion and aesthetic profundity. This phase reveals an unprecedented synthesis of poetry, music, painting, and philosophical introspection. Although this study focuses primarily on Tagore’s songs, it situates them within the broader Read More …

Dr. Mali Mitra, Department of Music, Memory College, Memory, East Burdwan Abstract: This exploration delves into the profound connection between the timeless compositions of Rabindranath Tagore, the legendary poet and musician, and the traditional Dhrupad songs of Indian classical music. Both genres, originating from diverse cultural backgrounds, share a deep-rooted affinity in their melodic structures, rhythmic intricacies, and spiritual essence. Read More …

দীপঙ্কর হালদার উত্তর ভারতীয় শাস্ত্রীয় সঙ্গীতের ইতিহাসে পণ্ডিত ভাতখণ্ডেজী  চীর স্মরণীয় হয়ে আছেন তার দশ ঠাটের অন্তর্ভুক্ত সমস্ত  রাগ রাগিনীর  অত‍্যাধুনিক এক বৈজ্ঞানিক তথ‍্য প্রদানের জন্য। কিন্তু এই দশটি  ঠাটের ব‍্যবহৃত স্বর  সম্পর্কে আমাদের প্রতি প্রত‍্যেকের জ্ঞান ও ধারণা যথেষ্ট থাকলেও তার অন্তর্দৃষ্টি মূলক বৈজ্ঞানিক স্বর স্থাপন, স্বর চালন ও বিশ্লেষণ সম্পর্কে কিন্তু  সবাই  জ্ঞাত নয়।  এতদিন শাস্ত্রীয় সঙ্গীতের অধ‍্যায়নে Read More …

Ms Amrita Majumdar, Asst.Prof.Dept.Of Music, Bankua Zilla Saradamani Mahila Mahavidyapith. Bankura University, West.Bengal                          Abstract Kazi Nazrul Islam was a Bengali Poet, Musician, revolutionary and a Philosopher who is best known for Pioneering works of Bengal Poetry. He is popularly known as Bidrohi kobi -rebel poet- as many of his works show case an intense rebellion against oppression of human Read More …

Dr. Rajashree Bhattacharya, Associate Professor, Bengal Music College Abstract This paper examines Rabindranath Tagore’s concept of nature as expressed in his seasonal songs, with special reference to the songs of summer (Grīṣma) and monsoon (Barṣā). It explores how Tagore’s engagement with nature evolved across different phases of his creative life and attained a profound, multidimensional depth during his Santiniketan years. Read More …

Bhabani Shankar Dasgupta 1 During the later decades of the 20th Century music gradually turned into a lucrative trade for some performers who became top ranking artistes. They demanded exorbitant remunerations for their recitals and impresarios were forced to satisfy their demands only to draw a large audience to their concerts. The young maestros of the 21st Century are demanding Read More …

Dr. Ashis Chakraborty “If you want to find the secrets of the universe, think in terms of energy, frequency and vibration.  The very foundations of our Universe, of matter and thought, appear to lie in sound vibration.” Nikola Telsa World, inner, and the outer, two different outlooks with different profiles, are existing. The outer world, to a very negligible extent Read More …

BHASWATI SARMA Introduction: Dhrupad is the earliest known grammatical basis of Indian Music. Being one of the bearers of HINDU culture, Dhrupad is very ancient and carries traditional style. Hence, it influences other styles of Indian music derived from it or originated later. Dhrupad occupies a significant place in Hindustani Music. This genre of music is essentially unique while unfurling Read More …