Rabindra Sangeet
My life is blessed, I do not have any regrets: Rezwana Choudhury Bannya
Rezwana Choudhury Bannya, the legendary Bangladeshi Rabindra Sangeet artiste, embarked on her musical journey with a unique blend of academic pursuit and passion for music. Born into a family with a deep appreciation for the arts, Bannya initially enrolled in Economics at Dhaka University, a practical choice influenced by her family. However, her passion for music fueled her desire to pursue her studies on a different path at Shantiniketan, steering her toward a lifelong dedication to classical music and cultural preservation.
Essay / The astounding optimism in Tagore’s songs
His words convince the listener that the world is actually a beautiful place where truth, honesty, and simplicity are the quenching clouds above a desolate desert of dry despair and monotony.
‘Hotath Daekha’: Album launched for Nazrul-Rabindra birth anniversary
“Hothat Daekha” album is thematically organized in four different genres–love, seasonal, devotional and motivational songs.
If Tagore were here to see…
This is not the first time a singer has been brutally berated due to their rendition of Tagore songs.
What hurts the most? My ‘cultural’ sentiments, of course
I have been deeply, deeply affected by social media sensation Ashraful Hossen Alom’s (mostly known as Hero Alom) rendition of Amaro Porano Jaha Chay (lyrics by Rabindranath Tagore).
Syed Mohammad Musa releases two new albums
Rabindra sangeet singer Syed Mohammad Musa, a student of Ustad Sukhendu Bikash, released two albums recently titled Shuru Hok
Khamkheyali Sobha completes 5 years
Khamkheyali Sobha recently celebrated its 5th birthday at the Bishwo Shahitto Kendro. Bangladeshi academic scholar, Syed Akram
Tapan Mahmud's golden jubilee in the music industry
Tapan Mahmud, the very first Rabindra Sangeet artiste at Swadhin Bangla Betar Kendra, will celebrate the 50th anniversary of his storied music career.
Neely performs at IGCC
Indira Gandhi Culture Centre (IGCC) organised An Evening of Rabindra Sangeet by Ms. Roquaiya Hasina Neely at 6 PM on Friday (January 15) its Gulshan premises.
An evening with Bannya (video)
Rezwana Chowdhury Bannya is a legendary exponent of Rabindra sangeet in Bangladesh and abroad. She received her training in Santiniketan from eminent Rabindra Sangeet artistes like Kanika Bandyopadhyay, Neelima Sen and Shoilajaranjan Mazumdar.
Sahana returns with - Ja Bolo Tai Bolo - Rabindra Sangeet album set for Dhaka launch
Sahana Bajpaie, who made waves with her first Rabindra Sangeet album “Notun Kore Pabo Boley” in 2007, may have long left Bangladesh, but she still has a special place in the hearts of many back here.
Lily and Dilu perform at IGCC
Indira Gandhi Culture Centre (IGCC) organised an evening of Rabindra Sangeet by singer Lily Islam on August 29 at IGCC, Gulshan-1 in the capital. Elocutionist Mozibur Rahman Dilu also performed at the event.
How are the music shops doing now? (video)
Even a decade ago the music shops were swarming with melody lovers, what has now turned a worn down business struggling to cope with the modern world.
Rabindra Jayanti celebrated across the country
Prime minister Sheikh Hasina termed Rabindranath the poet of the humane soul, as she inaugurated the three-day Rabindra festival at the Shahzadpur Pilot School in Sirajganj on Friday morning, marking the 154th birth anniversary of the Nobel laureate poet.
Channel i hosts Rabindra Mela '15
Channel i celebrated the “AB Bank-Channel i Rabindra Mela '15” at its premises yesterday, through various programmes.
“My prayers are through my melody”… Badrunnesa Dalia
Badrunnesa Dalia, a versatile singer renders Rabindra Sangeet, Nazrul Sangeet, Adhunik and folk songs with deftness. Born in a musical family, her talent for music flowered early and she received several awards for music.
