VIDUSHI MALABIKA KANAN: A HIDDEN GEM IN INDIAN CLASSICAL MUSIC
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https://doi.org/10.29121/shodhkosh.v4.i2.2023.3387Keywords:
Vidushi Malabika Kanan, Hindustani Classical Music, Kirana Gharana, Raga Interpretation, Rare Ragas, Indian Classical Music LegacyAbstract [English]
Vidushi Malabika Kanan (1930–2009) was a legendary Hindustani classical vocalist whose artistry and scholarship enriched Indian classical music for decades. Born into a family steeped in musical heritage, she was trained rigorously from a young age, first by her father, Prof. Rabindralal Roy, a musicologist and pioneer in Hindustani classical music, and later through her associations with various musical traditions and maestros. Her performances, marked by technical precision and emotive depth, offered a unique interpretation of ragas, blending the lyrical beauty of khyal with her aesthetic sensibilities. Her marriage to Pandit A.T. Kanan, an exponent of the Kirana gharana, further added to her repertoire and stylistic depth. This paper explores her early life, musical journey, contributions to Indian classical music, and her enduring legacy, offering insights into the life of a musician who transcended barriers and made a remarkable contribution in the field of Hindustani music. It highlights her exploration of rare ragas, her mentoring roles, and her awards, while reflecting on her humility and dedication as a performing artist and teacher.
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