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Kolkata's Soul Sings: A New Song Captures City's Romance
1 Sep
Summary
- New Bengali song features Kolkata's iconic trams, streets, and romance.
- The composition uniquely incorporates the Kolkata accent in its vocal choir.
- Singer Madhuchhanda Ganguly expresses deep affection for the city from abroad.
A newly released contemporary Bengali song beautifully encapsulates the romance of Kolkata, drawing inspiration from its rain-soaked streets and nostalgic alleyways. Composer Debojyoti Mishra directed the music, with vocals by artiste Madhuchhanda Ganguly, who is currently based in the UK.
The composition brings together a collage of Kolkata's sights and sounds, from trams and potted flowers to its everyday rhythms. Listeners are taken on a journey through landmarks like Victoria Memorial, Park Street, and the lanes of North Kolkata, with references to the Ganges and Belur Math adding depth.
A distinctive feature is the recurring use of a vocal choir echoing "Kolkata," incorporating the city's accent. Mishra noted this as a unique element in his compositions, aiming to evoke radio tunes of the past. Ganguly shared her deep longing for Kolkata, expressing her excitement to explore this nostalgic genre and convey her affection through her rendition.
The song also celebrates Kolkata's vibrant food culture and presents the city as full of life. It highlights the connection between artistes connected to the city, one creating from within and another reflecting on it from a distance, capturing the enduring spirit of Kolkata.
