Author: Savita Devi
Publisher: Roli Books Pvt Ltd
ISBN: 8174361219
Format: Hardback
About this Book:
In this book of reminiscences and records, Savita Devi along with Vibha S. Chauhan, lovingly and painstakingly traces the journey of her mother’s life—the life of the legendary Hindustani classical singer Siddheshwari Devi. The authors describe in detail, Siddheshwari’s rise from an uncared-for orphan in her aunt’s house in Benares to a famous classical singer and recipient of the Padmashree. The book takes the readers through the gamut of her life, its struggles and glories; the rich and varied styles of music of the Benares gharana which she perfected; and her interactions with other artistes who gave shape and colour to Indian classical music. We glimpse the birth and evolution of a brilliant singer; we travel with her through her long years of riyaz under her gurus; we applaud her when she performs and reveals nuances of thumri gaaki hitherto unknown; and we suffer with her in her many sorrows, and rejoice when she tastes success both in her personal and professional life.
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