As we gear up for one of the most anticipated times of year in India, we find ourselves asking the age-old question: what should we gift our families? The idea behind Diwali gifting started as an opportunity to give our loved ones something they’d treasure. With the pressure to be as over-the-top as possible, it […]
When working virtually, two things matter most: the team’s mental health and creating asense of community. These are critical components on their own, and have an addedbenefit of ensuring productivity. If you’re a team leader, or an entrepreneur, or are even looking to take initiative and make adifference to the environment you’re working in, consider […]
It’s a well-known fact that music has the ability to bring people together – whether it’s bonding over the nostalgia of an old favourite song, or sharing the energy of a live performance, people feel connected to others through music. It’s a great opportunity to look at the role of music in the workplace, and […]
Dussehra is fast approaching, ringing in the most festive time of year. It’s also possibly the time when people feel the most connected to Indian culture and look to explore traditional roots. With Dussehra comes the joy of a ten-day school break. Kids have finished term exams, and everyone is looking forward to a break […]
Sometimes when people want to learn music, they don’t really have an idea of what they want to learn specifically – singing, a melodic instrument, percussion? While making the decision, it’s important to keep in mind what you like. Do you like the idea of singing? Or has it always been your dream to play the […]
We often misunderstand the concept of music therapy. Some people think listening to the right kind of music can cure cancer. Some others believe music therapy to be as scientific as an Ouija board. The truth lies, as it often does, somewhere between the two extremes. The term usually means the use of music to […]
As artists, we often find songs that we enjoy, and that we want to put our own spin on. Making a cover version of another’s song is fairly common and can be a fun creative process. Some artists are exclusively cover artists, some do a mix of covers and originals, and some prefer to do […]
In the last year, there has been a huge upsurge in adults seeking hobbies that promote mindfulness or joy. The time saved from not traveling coupled with the potential end of the world has led us to realise that we deserve to be happy, not just productive (although being happy makes us more productive too!). […]
That most commercial music in India stems from Bollywood is a fact. Bollywood music caught the nation’s attention, making people laugh and cry along with their favourite superstars. No one wondered why all the actors seemed to sing with the same voice. In fact, in the early days of cinema, most people didn’t even know […]
It can be a little controversial to explore the music-spirituality connection. Many question whether it is appropriate to teach “religious” songs from a faith other than your own. A lot of traditional music was born in places of worship. And a lot of great musicians and composers were priests and saints who created their art […]