Music Makers of Nepal

A blending of Nepali folk and world music, ‘The Music Makers of Nepal’ features some of the most accomplished musicians in the country. Though it first started as an instrumental project, the album contains eight unique tracks along with the bio-data of the Nepali artists and their instruments. The compilation comprises of classical instruments like the Esraj, (a string instrument which means “robber of the heart” when translated), Djembe  (a skin-covered hand drum), Dhime and Khin (a popular drum instrument mostly used in Newari music), Sitar, and Flute along with the Sarangi.

Due to Nepal’s broad ethnic diversity various types of music genres have started to rise. With rhythmic percussions and wind instruments the instrumental anthology reflects on the variety of the people, their culture and the imperishable beauty of Nepal. Manufactured and marketed by Kathmandu Music Center, Thamel, the well combined choice of instruments carry the essence of everyday life in Nepal inclined by the prevailing influence of the west. The record includes ‘Nepali Blues,’ a classical track with a western feel, ‘Deep thought,’ a groovy track with classical drums, ‘Beauty in Simplicity,’ a lively composition with synchronous sitar, flute, dhime and khin, and ‘Magical Fingers,’ a digitalized track with flute and piano. Other tracks include the classic ‘Raga Madhu Malati’ and the recreation of a folk song titled ‘Thamel theme’ along with ‘A Day in Kathmandu’ and ‘Mountain Breeze’.

The tone of the music is a commendable amalgamation of low deep bass notes with the sharp resonance of the string instruments and the flute. With the right balance of instruments the sounds of the fusion explores both, the traditional and the modern scene of the country. Furthermore, even the album cover has a Nepali feel to it, as it has the traditional Nepali Dhaka as the cover background.

“The background symbolizes the Nepali Dhaka Topi, an important item of clothing in the National costume. It mirrors the identity of the people of Nepal along with its rich culture,” says Sanjay Kumar Rauniyar, project co-coordinator and record producer. “The entire compilation took about a year for the recording process as the project includes twenty different artists,” Rauniyar adds. In stores for a retail price of Nrs. 350, the record aims to attract tourists and seeks an opportunity to promote indigenous Nepali folk music along with the classical instruments in the international showground.
 
A blending of Nepali folk and world music, ‘The Music Makers of Nepal’ features some of the most accomplished musicians in the country. Though it first started as an instrumental project, the album contains eight unique tracks along with the bio-data of the Nepali artists and their instruments. The compilation comprises of classical instruments like the Esraj, (a string instrument which means “robber of the heart” when translated), Djembe  (a skin-covered hand drum), Dhime and Khin (a popular drum instrument mostly used in Newari music), Sitar, and Flute along with the Sarangi.

Due to Nepal’s broad ethnic diversity various types of music genres have started to rise. With rhythmic percussions and wind instruments the instrumental anthology reflects on the variety of the people, their culture and the imperishable beauty of Nepal. Manufactured and marketed by Kathmandu Music Center, Thamel, the well combined choice of instruments carry the essence of everyday life in Nepal inclined by the prevailing influence of the west. The record includes ‘Nepali Blues,’ a classical track with a western feel, ‘Deep thought,’ a groovy track with classical drums, ‘Beauty in Simplicity,’ a lively composition with synchronous sitar, flute, dhime and khin, and ‘Magical Fingers,’ a digitalized track with flute and piano. Other tracks include the classic ‘Raga Madhu Malati’ and the recreation of a folk song titled ‘Thamel theme’ along with ‘A Day in Kathmandu’ and ‘Mountain Breeze’.

The tone of the music is a commendable amalgamation of low deep bass notes with the sharp                   resonance of the string instruments and the flute. With the right balance of instruments the sounds of the fusion explores both, the traditional and the modern scene of the country. Furthermore, even the album cover has a Nepali feel to it, as it has the traditional Nepali Dhaka as the cover background.

“The background symbolizes the Nepali Dhaka Topi, an important item of clothing in the National costume. It mirrors the identity of the people of Nepal along with its rich culture,” says Sanjay Kumar Rauniyar, project co-coordinator and record producer. “The entire compilation took about a year for the recording process as the project includes twenty different artists,” Rauniyar adds. In stores for a retail price of Nrs. 350, the record aims to attract tourists and seeks an opportunity to promote indigenous Nepali folk music along with the classical instruments in the international showground.