Understanding khayal, a form of Hindustani classical music, and its secret masters
This article explores the cultural significance of khayal, a Hindustani classical music form, through the lens of a new book about guru Arun Kashalkar. It discusses the challenges of preserving traditional music in a modern, profit-driven cultural ecosystem.
Why it matters
It highlights the struggle to maintain traditional art forms amidst the pressures of social media and commercialization.
When Vishal Moghe’s bada khayal rendition at the Lab @ Shanta auditorium on June 7 hooked the audience with a lilting aalap in Raag Jhinjhoti, you could sense a shift. A collective stirring in the hushed, air-conditioned air that also echoed a rarefied atmosphere insulated from the surrounding commercial city streets.
The article provides a balanced cultural critique without political leaning.
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