Thought for the day
By three methods we may learn
wisdom: First, by reflection, which is noblest; Second, by imitation, which is
easiest; and third by experience, which is the bitterest. - Confucious
Take home – Prem Joshua
Multi-instrumentalist and
composer, Prem Joshua – pioneer extraordinaire in the field of World Fusion
Music – creates and explores forever new synthesis in sound, transporting the
listener as he does beyond the borders of both East and West.
Drawing inspiration from the deep well of the ancient music traditions of the Indian sub-continent, while remaining constantly in touch with the pulse of contemporary Western music scene, over the years Joshua has continued to refine his awesome talent for fusion, creating a sound both distinctive and unique.
His music appeals so deeply because despite its contemporary feel, it still succeeds in keeping alive the wild ‘let-go’ and meditative silence of its cultural roots. This musical masala of Indian classical, jazz, funk, ethno and trance music is so masterly, yet playfully blended, that it has indeed a completely global appeal.
For his timely interpretation
of the music traditions of the East, Prem Joshua has been especially honored in
India. His music seems to touch the “mood of the moment” and one hears his
music everywhere - from the Himalayas in the north, down to Delhi and Bombay,
then south to the beaches of Goa and Kerala. The foremost Indian newspaper -
the Times of India - has even lauded him as the 'New Guru of World Fusion
Music’.
In 2005 his band played live
on 'MTV Asia'.
In 2006 he and his band gave a private performance for the President of Malaysia.
In 2007 Joshua received the award "Best Film Music on Indian TV" at the Indian TV Awards in Mumbai. And more recently his band performed for the President of India, the Prime Minister of India, the Chief Minister of Maharashtra and legendary Indian singers, Asha Bhonsle and Lata Mangeshkar. Today he is the number one best-selling World Music artist in India. However, his music is not only appreciated in the East. It has also ‘come West’. Most notably, in 2007 his band gave a private concert for the UK’s Prince Edward at the Royal Palace in London - in 2008 the 'BBC' nominated him for their ‘World music listeners award’ - in 2009 the band performed at the 'Big Chill Festival' and in 2011 at the famous 'Glastonbury Festival'.
In 2006 he and his band gave a private performance for the President of Malaysia.
In 2007 Joshua received the award "Best Film Music on Indian TV" at the Indian TV Awards in Mumbai. And more recently his band performed for the President of India, the Prime Minister of India, the Chief Minister of Maharashtra and legendary Indian singers, Asha Bhonsle and Lata Mangeshkar. Today he is the number one best-selling World Music artist in India. However, his music is not only appreciated in the East. It has also ‘come West’. Most notably, in 2007 his band gave a private concert for the UK’s Prince Edward at the Royal Palace in London - in 2008 the 'BBC' nominated him for their ‘World music listeners award’ - in 2009 the band performed at the 'Big Chill Festival' and in 2011 at the famous 'Glastonbury Festival'.
Wisdom Message
Worship the Lord who lives in
your heart, nearer to you than your thickest friend, your father, mother or
preceptor. He is all of these and more to you. The physical body and the
pleasures and comforts you crave for are all subject to damage and decay. One
day or the other, it becomes food for dogs and jackals. The Lord, on the other
hand, grants you bliss and joy forever. He cannot be won by scholarship,
pompous vows or colorful rituals. Surrender your heart to Him. He desires
nothing else from you – Sri Sathya Sai Baba
Article for the day – Health tip
Drinking three cups of tea a
day may help lower blood pressure
Picture of the day – Vermillion Cliffs
Against the soaring backdrop
of Arizona's Vermilion
Cliffs, the 1929 Navajo Bridge, now used for foot traffic, crosses the Colorado
River beside its 1995 counterpart. [NatGeo]
Note
Sao Paulo is celebrating the anniversary on 25th Jan.
Happy celebrations
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