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Track 1. : Gharana Talk

Gharana Talk features Ustad Fazal Qureshi, son of the legendary Ustad Allarakha Khan, playing a traditional Punjab Gharana tabla solo with emphasis on rhythmic improvisation and traditional Punjab Gharana compositions.

Track 2. : North & South in Dialogue- Duet

(Tabla & Mridhangam in 9 beats) In this track, Ustad Fazal Qureshi and Sridar Parthasarathy explore the Rhythmic Cycle (Mata Taal) which is 9 beats. The approach is to show the taal improvisation of both the North Indian and South Indian percussion system. North & South in Dialogue is a unique blend wherein both percussionists showcase their own, individual style or Gharana style of improvisation.

Track 3. : Taal Ecstasy

A very pacy and foot-tapping piece, Taal Ecstasy features Ustad Fazal Qureshi, Sridar Parthasarthy and Nitin Shankar exploring the other dimension of rhythm.

Track 4. : Unrequited Love (Thumri)

This is a unique track that explores the possible interaction between thumri and fusion elements. The vocals by Kalpana breathe life into the lyrics, highlighting the pangs of love. Definitely, a one-of-a-kind track.

Percussion & Arrangements

Nitin Shankar

Keyboards

Aditya Dev

Saxophone(On unrequited love)

Reese D'Souza

Ustad Fazal Qureshi(Tabla)

Sridar Parthasarathy(Mridangam)

Nitin Shankar(Percussion)

includes Thumri by Kalpana