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Jatra: A Folk Theatrical Tradition of West Bengal and Bangladesh
Jatra, originating from the Sanskrit word "Yatra," meaning journey or procession, is a form of folk theatre that has been…
Rabindra Sangeet: The Legacy of Rabindranath Tagore’s Music
Rabindra Sangeet refers to the songs composed and set to music by Rabindranath Tagore, a prominent figure in Bengali literature…
Apareś Lahiri: A Renowned Bengali Composer, Singer, and Music Director
Apareś Lahiri (August 8, 1924 – May 28, 1998) was a celebrated Bengali composer, singer, and music director, known for…
Anadi Kumar Ghoshdastidar: A Pioneer of Rabindra Sangeet
Anadi Kumar Ghoshdastidar was born in Sylhet, British India (now in Bangladesh). In 1912, he moved to Santiniketan as a…
Dr. Anjali Mukhopadhyay (1931 – November 17, 1983): The Legendary Singer and Physician
Dr. Anjali Mukhopadhyay was a prominent Indian Bengali singer, renowned for her exquisite renditions of Nazrul Geeti (songs written by…
Bhatiali: Exploring the Rich Tradition of Bhatiali Music
Bhatiali (ভাটিয়ালি) is one of the most evocative and soulful forms of folk music in the Bengali tradition, primarily sung…
Anil Biswas: The Legacy of a Musical Genius
Anil Krishna Biswas (7 July 1914 – 31 May 2003), widely known as Anil Biswas, was one of the most…
Amala Dash: A Legendary Singer of Rabindra Sangeet
Amala Dash (1877–1919) was one of the most prominent vocalists in Bengali music, especially renowned for her renditions of Rabindra…