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From our Archives – In conversation with one of India’s finest Ghazal singers, Jagjit Singh Sahaab
Jagjit Singh was an Indian composer, singer and musician. He composed and sang in numerous languages.
He is credited for the revival and popularity of ghazal, an Indian classical art form. He did so by choosing poetry that was relevant to the masses and composing them in a way that laid more emphasis on the meaning of words and melody evoked by them.
In terms of Indian classical music, his style of composing and gayaki (singing) is considered as Bol-pradhan, one that lays emphasis on words.
Jagjit Singh Sahaab was awarded the Padma Bhushan by the government of India in 2003. The government released a set of two postal stamps in his honor, in February 2014,. Courtesy https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jagjit_Singh
We today bring to you an interview, recorded more than a decade back, and it sounds like it was just yesterday – listen – in for sure to your favorite Ghazal singer, as he shares his memories, his journey – breaking into singing a few lines of his so many Ghazals as he talks. Do tune – in for the rebroadcast for sure, today, 10th October, on our Show, on MeraSangeet Gold at 2:00 PM EST and on MeraSangeet USA at 3:00 PM – EST.
In Conversation with Shephali Agrawal, yoga and leadership instructor with the Art of Living Foundation
Shephali Agrawal is a lawyer by training. She is also a yoga and leadership instructor with over 2,000 hours of training and 16 years of teaching experience with the Art of Living Foundation. She cultivated a meditation practice in law school, which ultimately became the basis of her work and passion. Shephali has been a leader in community development over the years.
While running the Art of Living Yoga and Meditation Center Shephali developed a strength in working with people of all nationalities, backgrounds and religious traditions. Currently located in the Pacific Northwest, she has worked with Seattle Community Parks and Recreation, Seattle Public Library and other community groups to provide tools from yoga for stress relief and fostering peace from within.
Join us for a coversation with Shephali Agrawal as she talks about her journey with the Art of Living Foundation, about the foundation itself, about some meditation techniques, about the Soak in Bliss event with Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar on the 19th of October at seattle convention center and much more – the date is today, 3rd October, on our Show, Saat Samundar Paar, on MeraSangeet Gold – at 6:00 AM, 10:00 AM, and 6:00 PM EST and on MeraSangeet USA/East at 12:00 PM and 7:00 PM EST.
In remembrance: From our Archives – a conversation with India’s greatest singer, Lata Mangeshkar
Lata Mangeshkar, a name so familiar, so much our own, a name which reached the greatest of heights, attained so much glory and fame, and yet remained so humble, so grounded. Yes, I could feel all this and the simplicity of this great personality, India’s greatest singer and a legend…
We all have heard that Pt. Jawaharlal Nehru had cried when he heard Lata Mangeshkar sing, “Ae Mere Watan ke logo”, when and where did this happen, Lata didi shared those memorable moments. She took us back to the days when she worked along with other legendary singers– Mohd Rafi, Kishore Kumar, Mukesh…some nostalgic moments, some which brought a smile, and all through this, you could feel her simplicity and her greatness.
This was way back, it seems, but this conversation will always remain fresh – showing the simplicity of a person who attained the greatest of heights – do listen – in, for the rebroadcast, with the Nightingale of India, the Queen of Melody, on our show, From our Archives, today, 28th September – on MeraSangeet Gold at 2:00 PM EST and on MeraSangeet USA at 3:00 PM – EST.
From our Archives – In conversation with one of India’s finest actors, Kanwaljit Singh
Kanwalit Singh is a wonderful Indian actor who has performed in films as well as television serials. He has acted in Hindi and Punjabi films. His contributions towards these mediums has been immense. Some of his works include TV series and films like Buniyaad, Saans, Satte Pe Satta, Jee Aayan Nu, Asa Nu Maan Watna Da and so many more.
The conversation goes back many years – to how life took Kanwaljit towards films, about his very famous works – from Television to films, and much more – beyond films — about his wife and how he first met her, and much more.
Do tune in for the interview, recorded many years back – yet again today, on our show, From our Archives, today, 26th September, on MeraSangeet Gold at 2:00 PM EST and on MeraSangeet USA at 3:00 PM – EST.
Save the dates – for Boston Bhangra
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In conversation with the legendary Indian classical Sarod player, Ustad Amjad Ali Khan Sahaab
Ustad Amjad Ali Khan Sahaab, the legendary Indian classical sarod player, needs no introduction. He is well known and much loved across the globe. He was born into a classical musical family and has performed internationally since the 1960s.
Ustad Amjad Ali Khan Sahaab was awarded the 21st Rajiv Gandhi National Sadbhavna Award. He received the Padma Shri in 1975, Padma Bhushan in 1991, and Padma Vibhushan in 2001, and was awarded the Sangeet Natak Akademi Award for 1989 and the Sangeet Natak Akademi Fellowship for 2011. He was awarded the Fukuoka Asian Culture Prize in 2004.The U.S. state Massachusetts proclaimed 20 April as Amjad Ali Khan Day in 1984. He was made an honorary citizen of Houston, Texas, and Nashville, Tennessee, in 1997, and of Tulsa, Oklahoma, in 2007. He received the Banga-Vibhushan in 2011. Courtesy https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Amjad_Ali_Khan
It was a delight for us to have this conversation with Khan Sahaab, as he talks about music, his journey and much more. This conversation was recorded some years back – So incase you missed it earlier, Do listen – into the rebroadcast for sure, today, 8th September, on our Hindi Radio Show, From our Archives, on MeraSangeet Gold at 2:00 PM EST and on MeraSangeet USA at 3:00 PM – EST
Eminent Immigration lawyer, Rajiv S Khanna, on our Hindi Radio Show, Chat and Chai
Today we talk to eminent lawyer, Rajiv S Khanna joining in from Washington DC….Today, Rajiv ji answers various queries on immigration.
Do tune-in for the conversation, every Monday, our Hindi Radio Show, Chat and Chai, on MeraSangeet Gold at 7:00 AM, 11:00 AM, 3:00 PM, and 7:00 PM – EST. And if you miss it, listen in to the repeat shows, every Thursday, on MeraSangeet Gold at 2:00 PM EST and on MeraSangeet USA at 3:00 PM – EST
For any immigration solutions, write in to kanwal@merasangeet.com. Alternatively, you could call in at 1-800-471-8987 ext 2
From our Archives – In Conversation with Bhajan Samraat Anoop Jalota
Anup Jalota, a celebrated Indian vocalist, musician, and actor, is a luminary in the rich tapestry of Indian music, particularly in the realms of bhajan and ghazal. Often revered as the Bhajan Samraat, or “Emperor of Bhajan,” he has etched his name in the hearts of many with his soul-stirring performances and emotive voice.
In 2012, Anup Jalota was honored with the prestigious Padma Shri award by the Government of India, a testament to his profound influence and invaluable contributions to the musical landscape of the country. Though this accolade was bestowed upon him a few years ago, his artistry remains as vibrant and relevant as ever.
Don’t miss the chance to experience Anup ji’s enchanting melodies—be sure to tune in for the re-broadcast today, 1st September, on our Hindi Radio Show, From Our Archives. You can catch it on MeraSangeet Gold at 2:00 PM EST and on MeraSangeet USA at 3:00 PM EST. This is an opportunity not to be missed!
In conversation with Vishy Ayyar and Taylor Treadwell about their award-winning film, AMERICAN WARRIOR
The award-winning film AMERICAN WARRIOR will be releasing in select theaters starting Friday, August 29, and also will be available nationwide on VOD and digital platforms. Starring Danny Trejo, Vishy Ayyar, Veronica Falcon, Taylor Treadwell, and Omi Vaidya, the film has inspired audiences at numerous film festivals including the Heartland International Film Festival, International Film Festival of India Goa, Buenos Aires International Film Festival, and the San Antonio Film Festival.
Learn more about the film during the course of our conversation with Vishy Ayyar and Taylor Treadwell. Do tune – in today, 27th August on on our Show, Saat Samundar Paar, on MeraSangeet Gold – at 6:00 AM, 10:00 AM, and 6:00 PM EST and on MeraSangeet USA/East at 12:00 PM and 7:00 PM EST.
From our Archives: Remembering Martyr Capt. Mandeep Singh
Capt. Mandeep Singh was commissioned in 49 Army Air Defence Regiment in 1991. During the Kargil conflict, Captain Mandeep Singh was attached with the 4 Rashtriya Rifles. Also known as “Harry” to his friends. He was a body builder who took part in a number of competitions, some being Mr. Punjab and Mr. Jalandhar during his college days.
Captain Mandeep Singh made the Supreme sacrifice while battling militants in J&K during his tenure with 4 Rashtriya Rifles.
Capt. Mandeep Singh lives on in our hearts and lives on in the hearts of his wife, Mrs. Rajvinder Kaur, his two beautiful daughters, Gulmeher and Bani, his parents and his brothers & friends.
This conversation was recorded many years back – Listen in for sure as we go back many years and bring this to you — on the show are his wife Rajvinder Kaur and his daughter Gulmeher, and as we pay homage to the brave son of India, do join us today, 26th July, on our show, From our Archives, today, 15th August – on MeraSangeet Gold at 2:00 PM EST and on MeraSangeet USA at 3:00 PM – EST.