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VR360 Festival | Darbar brings Indian classical music into the realm of virtual reality. We see VR as a way of bringing global listeners closer to the roots of these great art forms - in nature, and...

Welcome to Living Traditions - a new written collection by Darbar's George Howlett, exploring how music with ancient roots is adapting to a fast-paced, interconnected modern world. Expand your appreciation through 21 different perspectives!

The Gwalior khayal star discusses religious tolerance, changing teaching styles, and her recent book. By George Howlett | Part of Living Traditions: 21 articles for 21st-century Indian classical music

The sitar genius discusses musical purity, hyper-discipline, and following the green light when improvising. By George Howlett | Part of Living Traditions: 21 articles for 21st-century Indian classical music

The Jaipur-Atrauli vocalist talks ragas from the past, rhythms as warrior-heroes, and the limits of approaching music scientifically. By George Howlett | Part of Living Traditions: 21 articles for 21st-century Indian classical music

The Benares tabla maestro discusses jazz, turning down the Sugababes, and the links between rhythm and food. By George Howlett | Part of Living Traditions: 21 articles for 21st-century Indian classical music

The Patiala khayal superstar discusses her unique cultural heritage, the power of physical expression, and how to lose yourself in the divine. By George Howlett | Part of Living Traditions: 21 articles for 21st-century Indian classical music

The Hindustani slide guitar pioneer discusses instrument creation and the hidden harmony in ragas. By George Howlett | Part of Living Traditions: 21 articles for 21st-century Indian classical music

The bansuri master discusses therapeutic music, life with his guru Pandit Hariprasad Chaurasia, and the primal nature of the flute. By George Howlett | Part of Living Traditions: 21 articles for 21st-century Indian classical music

Raag Chandranandan ('Moonstruck') is a modern classic. What does its curious tale tell us about the nature of the form? By George Howlett | Part of Living Traditions: 21 articles for 21st-century Indian classical music

Examining why patterns of three have such a distinctive power to tell concise stories in music, art, and literature - and tabla. By George Howlett | Part of Living Traditions: 21 articles for 21st-century Indian classical music

Discover Indian classical music via styles you like - this article builds sonic bridges to rock, jazz, jungle, hip-hop, house, and more. By George Howlett | Part of Living Traditions: 21 articles for 21st-century Indian classical music

Exploring ten strange, beautiful instruments from India's classical traditions. By George Howlett | Part of Living Traditions: 21 articles for 21st-century Indian classical music

Breaking down the origins and shapes of Raag Malkauns, an auspicious form with dark, divine origins. By George Howlett | Part of Living Traditions: 21 articles for 21st-century Indian classical music