Interviews with Musicians
Dr Shantala researches the healing abilities of Raga music
The synergy of music and science is an interesting topic to know more about. It’s been a good few years that DesiYUP connected with clinical neuropsychologist Dr. Shantala Hegde from India. She is a clinical and public health intermediate fellow of the India Alliance...
Interview with Jasdeep Singh Degun
Sitar virtuoso Jasdeep Singh Degun paves the path for other Indian classical musicians ‘I am very passionate about helping other musicians and propagating Indian classical music’ We connected with Jasdeep online when he had just returned from a 2 month intensive...
I tell ancient stories from a woman’s perspective
American journalist and poet Christopher Morley (1890-1957) once said: “When you sell a man a book, you don’t sell him 12 ounces of paper and ink and glue - you sell him a whole new life.” This quote sums up the outstanding work that Indian author Kavita Kané has been...
Pooja Guptar Performs at the SKVR Open Mic
Two weeks ago, I had my first open mic at the World Music Dance Centre (WMDC) organized by my music teacher Prewien Pandohi-Mishre. I sang a Mantra, Guru Vandana, which is a homage to our inner guru. And a Kirtan dedicated to Lord Ganesha who you might know as the...
Holi Special Podcast
Feel the joy of Holi and listen to our special podcast featuring some of our favourite musicians.
I want to make the world a better place with beautiful music
Diepak Ramjiawan was only six years old when he started learning Indian classical music. He developed his devotion for music in temples. It was there that he started singing his very first songs. In temples and during satsangs, Diepak's passion for music is reflected...
Vaibhavi, A Short Film That Celebrates Innocence
‘Vaibhavi’ a short film (2017) based on true events is written and directed by Mumbai based Neha Sharma. This film tells the story of Vibha and Bhara, a couple living in a small town in the state Uttar Pradesh, India.
Music Is A Healer Of All Things In Life
If you have seen the groundbreaking documentary ‘Seaspiracy’ on Netflix you will highly appreciate every attempt that is being made to spread awareness about the consumption of plastic. Our oceans are polluted with million of tons of plastic. The documentary Seaspiracy makes us aware that the large portion of garbage left in the waters are pieces of fishing gear. Many of us now possess an ounce of general knowledge to understand the impact of consuming plastic is harming the environment, marine life and our health.
Female Musicians Share Their Intimate Motherhood Journey
Ambika, Sadhana and Swarupa have two things in common: a musical career and being a mommy. In this article they will shine the light on their most intimate motherhood journey and how mothering impacted their career in music.