Usha Patra
Hello Sir! Namaskaar
How to elaborate the poetry in gazals?
And how come we differentiate gazals from other semi classical forms?
Ghazal - From Poem to Performance
By Hariharan
This live, interactive masterclass looks into the mind of one of the living legends in Ghazal, Hariharan.
We break down how he got started with this almost devotional journey to musical excellence, and how you can, too.
We explore how Hariharan ji was inspired to compose ghazals, including which verses spoke to him and ignited the spirit that made the legend.
We shall also look into:
1. The Process of Composition
How he chooses the Raga and Taal to compose, and what journey the ghazal takes.
2. Studio Recording
How the Ghazal is ornamented, recorded, along with what instruments playing what required grooves.
3. Performing Ghazals
How Ghazals are performed on stage, how to deliver mukhdas with precise vocal flair, and identify directions for improvisation across a variety of Ghazal formats.
This masterclass will be laden with Hariji's magical voice and his deepest insights in Ghazal composition and singing, detailing your Ghazal journey with beautiful examples.
We can recommend this masterclass to anyone wishing to understand the roots of our music with exceptional clarity, not just the vocalists. And for the vocalists, this is a rare chance you shouldn't pass up.
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Submitted Messages
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GOPINATH RUKMANGATHAN
Dear Hariji,
Namasthey🙏
At the outset thanks for this golden opportunity 🙏you are my everything♥️in my musical journey ❤
How to use Gamaks
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Srinivas Pratapa
Hariji, Namaste! I am super excited to attend the session with you like ur live concert. I am learning Carnatic Music. What should I practice to get
Mukesh Sharma
Sir i have grown up listening to you. u are a true inspiration to all of us. just want to talk to you once. its a biggest dream of me . seek your blessings.
MS
Murugaysan Suppiah
Namaskaram Hariji,
Hope all is well for you!
I would like to know how does vocal techniques differ between ghazal and carnatic songs?
NN
Nehal K Naik
Hello Hariharnji, Namaskar. What care should be taken when composing Gazal so it doesn't sound like a Song?
Sudha Ramakrishnan
Namasthe Hariharan ji - what special techniques does one practice to sing the microtones and the runs in ghazals?
S
Seema Raychowdhury
Sir, Namaskar 🙏, want to sing your songs beautifully..how to practice..Thanks Seema
SJ
Shivani Joshi
What are some qualities of poetry one must keep in mind while choosing ghazals to compose on? Is there a preferred prose or meter?
AS
Abhijit Sen
What would be your advise to an instrumentalist who is playing a popular ghazal? What should be the approach to design interludes while
About the Artist
Hariharan
When he isn't performing for charity, Hariharan is busy exploring his musical fidelity in different genres – be it Rock, Hip-Hop, R&B, and Rap.
He pioneered Fusion Music with the band, Colonial Cousins. He also created an entirely new genre called Urdu Blues, which has received critical acclaim all over the world.
Over the last 15 years of imparting
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26 September 2021
3:00PM GMT
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