Tune in to an exceptional episode of ‘The Music Podcast’ with Tarsame Mittal, featuring Amaan Ali Bangash and Ayaan Ali Bangash, distinguished Sarod players from the seventh generation of the Senia Bangash School. Sons and disciples of Sarod maestro Ustad Amjad Ali Khan, they have graced prestigious stages such as Carnegie Hall, London Philharmonic Orchestra, Atlanta Philharmonic Orchestra, the Kennedy Center, and the Royal Festival Hall. Amaan's celebrated solo album ‘Amaan’ and his collaboration ‘Soul Strings’ with violinist Elmira Darvarova highlight his global acclaim, with his BBC Proms debut at Royal Albert Hall in 2022 as a major milestone.
Ayaan’s collaborations with the London Philharmonia and Moscow State Philharmonic Orchestras, alongside his work on 'Strings for Peace' with Sharon Isbin, beautifully bridge Eastern and Western classical traditions. Recently, he has performed at global platforms like the BBC Proms and worked with the Refugee Orchestra Project. This insightful conversation is a must-watch for music enthusiasts!
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THEIR SOCIALS –
Instagram Handles - @amaanalibangash and @ayaanalibangash
YouTube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/@sarodrecords
Learn more about them here:
Amaan Ali Bangash Website: http://amaanalibangash.com/
Ayaan Ali Bangash Website: https://ayaanalibangash.com/
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EPISODE DESCRIPTION:
In the latest episode of ‘The Music Podcast’, host Tarsame Mittal is joined by the immensely talented Amaan Ali Bangash and Ayaan Ali Bangash, renowned Sarod players of the seventh generation of the Senia Bangash School and sons of Sarod maestro Ustad Amjad Ali Khan. They discuss the challenges of upholding their family's legacy, the significance of having a strong mentor, and their deep karmic connection with music. The duo delves into the dynamics of classical music, the history of the Sarod, and the importance of reinventing oneself as an artist. They also share insights from their remarkable collaborations, including performances at the Oslo Nobel Peace Prize concert and their unforgettable shows with their father. The conversation reaches an entirely new level when the legendary Sarod Maestro, Ustad Amjad Ali Khan, joins in! Don’t miss this fascinating conversation about their unparalleled journey as musicians and performers!
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EPISODE CHAPTERS:
00:00 - Episode Intro
00:23 - Guest Intro + Disclaimer
02:06 - Questions they want to be asked
04:34 - Performance pressure because of parental success
11:28 - Their Musical Education
19:42 - Their Secret Formula for Consistency
23:47 - Changes in Classical Music
36:22 - Most memorable collaborations & live shows
42:36 - #AskTheGuest
52:24 - Origin & dynamic of ‘Sarod’
01:12:44 - The BGM in Cartoons
01:13:15 - Basics of Sarod training & Improvisation
01:18:20 - Typecasting Instruments
01:21:45 - Changes in ‘musical education’ over the years
01:24:37 - A special video call with Ustad Sahab!
01:30:53 - #AskTheGuest continued
01:42:55 - Their involvement in the business
01:45:23 - Music Business discussion with Ninad Shah
01:50:26 - Opportunities with Amaan Ali Bangash & Ayaan Ali Bangash
01:53:13 - Live Show insights
01:56:11 - Suggestions to the Industry
02:01:10 - About their releases & publishing
02:06:16 - Approaching them for collabs
02:07:32 - Change in the Industry
02:08:35 - Their legacy
02:10:15 - Thank You!
02:10:38 - Behind The Scenes!
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Host - Tarsame Mittal
Guest Artists – Amaan Ali Bangash & Ayaan Ali Bangash
His Manager - Ninad Shah (Stroom)
Audio Credits:
Dialogue Editor, Mix and Master by Nikhil Bhagwat
Producer - Vinita Sabberwal
Business Head - Dimple Rajendra Mehta
Content Team - Abhineet Mandal, Janice Fernandes, Fahiyan Hussain
Head of Production – Sahil Choubey
Post Production - Srinivas Rao, Ashutosh Surendra Kharunkar, Piyush Rajpoot
Content Research – Princy Surana
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