Hindustani classical music

Akhtari documents the eventful life of Begum Akhtar, otherwise known as the Queen of Ghazal, and her music through essays and reminiscences by some of her closest friends and associates, and by people who knew her work deeply — including the likes of Bismillah Khan, Lata Mangeshkar, Shubha Mudgal, etc. The volume

About the Book M.S. SUBBULAKSHMI’S life was one of extraordinary achievement. Although she was portrayed in many ways – as a musician who sought and achieved an all-India appeal; a philanthropist and supporter of noble causes; an icon of style; a woman of piety and devotion; and a friend and