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Released 30 years ago

Ravi Shankar: In Celebration

Ravi Shankar · 1996

280 min · 31 tracks · Indian classical music · Hindustani classical music

A vibrant tapestry of Hindustani classical music woven with intricate sitar melodies and rich orchestral textures.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dynamic exploration of themes
  • wave-like pacing for immersion
  • vibrant tapestry of melodies
  • long-form pieces for deep focus
  • rich orchestral textures throughout

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer concise, standalone tracks
  • seek instant gratification

Where this album fits

Career context
By 1996, Ravi Shankar was a revered figure in world music, celebrated for bringing Indian classical music to global audiences. 'In Celebration' arrives as a culmination of his decades-long career, showcasing live performances and compositions that reflect his artistic evolution, including collaborations with Western musicians and influences from various cultures.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

Disc 1

  • 1 Charu Keshi 13:30
  • 2 Bhatiyar (live) [Whole Night Concert, Stuttgart, 1988] 18:41
  • 3 Àdarini 8:48
  • 4 Marwa 17:43
  • 5 Dhun Kafi 12:31

Disc 2

  • 1 V 7 1/2 18:09
  • 2 Jait 9:44
  • 3 Sandhya Raga 11:20
  • 4 Ghanashyam 5:08
  • 5 Tilak Shyam 23:20

Disc 3

  • 1 Sitar & Violin Duet 14:33
  • 2 2nd Movement Sitar Concerto No. 1 6:13
  • 3 3rd Movement Sitar Concerto No. 1 3:30
  • 4 Morning Love 12:06
  • 5 Indo-Japan Finale 12:54
  • 6 Enchanted Dawn 11:46
  • 7 4th Movement Raga Mala 12:45

Disc 4

  • 1 Vandana 2:36
  • 2 Hey Nath 6:09
  • 3 Pather Panchali 7:01
  • 4 Supaney Mein Aye 4:12
  • 5 West Eats Meat 6:08
  • 6 Oh Bhagawan 3:39
  • 7 Friar Park 5:52
  • 8 Tana Mana 3:41
  • 9 I Am Missing You 3:41
  • 10 Ta Na Tom 6:42
  • 11 Fire Night 4:32
  • 12 Sanwaréy, Sanwaréy 3:14
  • 13 Dispute & Violence 3:00
  • 14 Shanti Mantra 6:49

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