In the
blogchatter’s A2Z campaign, I will be presenting blogposts on ‘EXCEPTIONALLY
TALENTED INDIAN ARTIST’ in the alphabetical order. Today, F– Faiyaz
Khan – Hindustani Vocal. First few lines on the genre of music -
then about the artist.
“Music expresses that which cannot be put into words and
that which cannot remain silent”
― Victor Hugo
Hindustani Music runs throughout the Sub continent and the name itself suggests its place of Origin. It is a style of vocal presentation most popular in Northern part of India. It lays emphasis on the improvisation and exploring all aspects of raga. This art form is taught through the ancient Guru-Sishya tradition.
Dhrupad, Khyal and Tarana are the major forms of Hindustani vocal music. Though Hindustani music is clearly focused on vocal, instrumental music too finds place from the ancient days.
The greatest and the most influential vocalist of the century, an exponent
of Agra Gharana, “Gyan Ratna”,”Aftab-e-Mausiqi”, performer at Jorasanko Thakurbari, the residential abode of Rabindranath Tagore and the list goes on describing the greatness and talent of
Faiyaz khan in the field of Hindustani Music. A vocalist par excellence and a
successful Guru in producing many sishyas in the Gurukula lineage.
Faiyaz Khan’s first performance was in the age of 24. His musical lineage goes back to Tansen himself. Genius,
musical ancestary, and training combined to produce this wonderful artist. His
specialities were Dhrupad and Khyal. He is one of the most reputed and
respected exponents of Hindustani classical music in recent times.
Faiyaz Khan ‘s glory and contribution to the world of
Hindustani music can be read in the
hidden treasures of books like “PILLARS OF HINDUSTANI MUISC” BY .B. R DEODHAR, “GREAT
MASTERS OF HINDUSTANI MUSIC” BY SMT. SUSHEELA MISHRA. These will guide the
younger generation to learn from the life and the journey of this vocal legend.
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What a fantastic theme you have. Learning about talented 'Aftab-e-Musiqui' Fayaz Khan was the best read of the day for me. Thanks for sharing the mestro
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DeleteApt quote by Victor Hugo. Nice post! :)
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DeleteThank you for introducing such gems to us. After reading your blog I searched him on youtube and heard his Chalo Kahe and loved it. Thank you agaian. Loved the post.
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