Passages
Ravi Shankar · 1990
55 min · 6 tracks · Indian classical music · Hindustani classical music
A mesmerizing blend of Indian classical melodies and minimalist Western orchestration creates a transcendent listening experience.
Why this album works
'Passages' received critical acclaim for its innovative fusion of Hindustani classical music and contemporary minimalism, influencing both the classical and world music scenes. This album helped bridge gaps between different musical traditions and cultures, showcasing Shankar's role in popularizing Indian music in the West.
- Best for
- steady melodic exploration transcendent listening experience meditative focus on detail
- Context
- By 1990, Ravi Shankar was already an internationally recognized ambassador of Indian classical music, having collaborated with numerous Western artists. 'Passages' marks his first collaboration with composer Philip Glass, representing a significant artistic venture into cross-cultural musical dialogues following his earlier albums that established him as a pioneering figure in world music.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Modern Talking· David Bowie· Akiko Yano· Julio Iglesias· Dean Martin· Aretha Franklin· Charles Aznavour· Nancy Sinatra
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Offering Standout 9:46
- 2 Sadhanipa Standout 8:36
- 3 Channels and Winds 8:00
- 4 Ragas in Minor Scale Standout 7:36
- 5 Meetings Along the Edge 8:10
- 6 Prashanti 13:40
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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