drawrof Posted February 24, 2005 Report Share Posted February 24, 2005 Sikhi is a celebration of life. The Sikh Gurus realized that music as a spiritual medium can elevate the soul beyond mere words alone. They enshrined that celebration of life through their musical poetry (Gurbani), that appears in Sri Guru Granth Sahib. Along with outstanding poetry celebrating life and Akal Purakh, the Gurus also provided detailed musical instructions within Sri Guru Granth Sahib. Gurmat Sangit is the rich musical tradition that evolved out of a practice dating back to the time of Guru Nanak and his musician companion Baba Mardana. Subsequently the tradition developed as a result of public performances, at gatherings known as Guru-ka-Darbar, of singing Gurbani. Over the last several decades, a large majority of the Sikh community has lost touch with this aspect of their rich musical heritage. Yet with the Guru’s Grace, the practice of this divine art form is being revived by those who want to preserve the Guru's precious musical gift to humanity. Gurbani is sung in Guru-ka-Darbar according to the Rag that the Gurus felt best invoked the feelings that they wanted to convey, the wisdom they were imparting, and the experience they wanted to share. The classical instruments used from the time of the Gurus to the early parts of the 20th century in the performance of Gurmat Sangit are unique South Asian string and percussion instruments, some of them even being invented by the Gurus themselves. The Gurmat Sangit Darbar which is being held on March 12th, 2005 is a tribute to the Guru’s tradition in which spring is celebrated. In the world of Gurmat Sangit there is an enduring tradition in place, according to which it is customary to sing Raga Basant, Bahar and their variants beginning on the first day of the month of Magh, which occurs mid January, to Holla Mohalla, which occurs on March 14th according to the Nanakshahi calendar. Rag Basant invokes a feeling of freshness, energy, and revitalization. It uplifts not only people but the whole environment when sung in its many forms including: Basant Bahar, Puratan Basant, Basant Hindol, Buddha Basant and other variants. Come and be moved by the legacy that has shaped a religious tradition and nation of people for over five centuries. In addition to Kirtan performed according to proper Rag format, there will be displays set up and short presentations to help develop a greater appreciation of Gurmat Sangit. It will definitely be a unique event, one that you don’t want to miss! watch out for the poster 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted February 24, 2005 Report Share Posted February 24, 2005 Bring yourself, along with your family, relatives, freinds...everyone come to this event.. it's going to be blast. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sukhi Posted February 27, 2005 Report Share Posted February 27, 2005 march 12th?! march 12th?! nooooo... ... i won't be here.... 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SAadmin Posted February 27, 2005 Report Share Posted February 27, 2005 march 12th?! march 12th?! nooooo... ... i won't be here.... why? 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
guv Posted February 28, 2005 Report Share Posted February 28, 2005 her regular appointment at the asylum 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SAadmin Posted February 28, 2005 Report Share Posted February 28, 2005 her regular appointment at the asylum mega LOL...lol ..yea she is getting deported soon to bangladesh 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
guv Posted February 28, 2005 Report Share Posted February 28, 2005 er... right... do u even know what an asylum is? 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SAadmin Posted February 28, 2005 Report Share Posted February 28, 2005 asylum means welfare i think for refugee's :? 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
guv Posted February 28, 2005 Report Share Posted February 28, 2005 an asylum is where crazy ppl are kept. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sukhi Posted March 1, 2005 Report Share Posted March 1, 2005 why am i not surprised he didn't know? no no, the asylum appointment is the week after. i just won't physically be in TO then. i'll be down in london. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest SAdmin Posted March 1, 2005 Report Share Posted March 1, 2005 N30S!ingh, Try to record it. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SAadmin Posted March 1, 2005 Report Share Posted March 1, 2005 i ll unviel my 5 mega pixel camera with video recording that day..stay tuned geeza's..it's going to be blast 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted March 11, 2005 Report Share Posted March 11, 2005 Broadcast Live at www.gurmatsangeetproject.com and www.gursewa.org from 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm est/ 11 pm- 2 am UK time Stay tuned !!!!! 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gupy Posted March 11, 2005 Report Share Posted March 11, 2005 can somebody put up a video for download after the event ??? Thanks!!! 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted March 12, 2005 Report Share Posted March 12, 2005 :50 minutes before it starts.. stay tuned guys !!!!!!!!!!!! :) 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted March 14, 2005 Report Share Posted March 14, 2005 This event was a great access.. kirtan was really nice...I ll put few amateur kirtan video's taken by me on that event in the month of april .. i can't upload them in this month because of bandwidth restraints..however audio recording for this event will be available for the sangat shortly at - >>>> www.gurmatsangeetproject.com <<< so check out that site often to download audio high quality raag kirtan basant darbar. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted March 18, 2005 Report Share Posted March 18, 2005 Recording is now available at : http://www.gurmatsangeetproject.com/Pages/...santSamagam.asp waoooooooooo waoooooooooo waooooooooooo 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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