Uday Bhawalkar: Effortlessness (Part One) | Alaap in Raga Chayanat

In part one of our interview with Uday Bhawalkar, he delves into the topic of performing with sahaj (सहज), a term used in dhrupad to describe performing with a state of natural ease or simplicity, and the potential benefits of this musical practice. He also shares stories from his time studying with legendary gurus Zia Mohiuddin Dagar and Zia Fariduddin Dagar. Learn more: www.soulforceproject.com/dhrupad Facebook: www.facebook.com/SoulForceProject Instagram: www.instagram.com/soulforceproject ___ 0:00 Introduction 0:42 Origins in Dhrupad 3:43 Guru Shishya 13:07 The Raga & The Artist 18:21 The Tanpura 22:13 Alaap in Raga Chayanat ___ Concept & Interviews by Paul Livingstone Editing by Rohan Kenjale & Purple Prism Studios Graphics & Design by Jimmy Sudekum Thanks to the support of the American Institute of Indian Studies and generous donors to this project.