Every week the Musical Retreat podcast delves deep into the music making process through meaningful conversations with some of the most inspiring and insightful Nepali musicians. We talk about practicing, forging an individual path to become a better musician and various issues concerning the Nepali music industry.
Abhisek Bhadra on Not Taking Yourself Too Seriously
Abhisek Bhadra is the academic director of Kathmandu Jazz Conservatory and a member of Jindabaad, Jooni, Cadenza Collective and has previously worked with bands such as Atomic Bush, JCS Quartet to name a few. He has composed and arranged works for Concertgebouw Jazz Orchestra, Voodrish, Decaphonics, AKOM ensemble and many more musical groups.
Check out Jooni's music:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iQ9EkzndYOM
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c-yTP_IEiVU
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0N0DmKP7Imo
Sano Prakash:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yZNCB70oL8Q
Jindabaad- Rewind:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_pfx-bbZ3c8
01:08 Before and after musical moment
10:21 Atomic Bush
18:00 Early practicing habits
27:00 Applying to Codarts Rotterdam
49:15 Student life in Codarts
01:01:54 Dealing with self-doubt
01:08:57 Collaborative environment
01:16:10 The need to contextualize music education
01:35:16 Is studying music abroad worth it?
01:40:06 Resolving creative differences in a band
01:48:00 Not taking yourself too seriously
01:55:00 Compositional approach and how to go about making musical decisions
02:04:09 Overcoming and recovering from Neck hernia
02:25:44 Current practicing habits
02:29:58 Jazz music education in Nepal
02:40:00 Influence of Cadenza and Jazz at Patan
02:47:07 Recommendations
Books that helped Abhisek dai recover:
Sarno, John E.- Healing Back Pain: The Mind-Body Connection
Sarno, John E. - The Divided Mind: The Epidemic of Mindbody Disorder
The Great Pain Deception - Steven Ray Ozanich
When the Body Says No - Gabor Mate
In the Realm of Hungry Ghosts - Gabor Mate
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13 Jul 2020
Chhitij Kc on Drums, Gigs and Bands
On this episode, Chhitij Kc talks about how he got started on drums, gigging experiences and issues that many bands face in the music scene. He also talks about his band Time Dilation and its musical aspirations. Hope you enjoy the show!
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26 Jun 2020
Rohit Bomzan on Songwriting and Inner Voices
When you've followed everyone's advice and still feel unsure about your actions, the only thing you can do and should do is follow your inner voice. That's what Rohit Bomzan has been doing his entire musical life.
On this episode, singer/songwriter Rohit Bomzan candidly talks about how he got started, what makes him tick, and what's it making music with THE BRIDGE (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCZwzjaaxYTrY3evvIhaooAw/videos).
Be sure to like, follow, and subscribe THE Bridge (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCZwzjaaxYTrY3evvIhaooAw/videos) on Youtube.
Check out my personal favorites:
Eklai Nai (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OawKoPiOYrs)
Yaad Garidinu (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BjETKjk6u2s)
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19 Jun 2020
Introduction to Nepali Folk Music with Sangam Tamang
On this episode, Sangam Tamang shares his love for Nepali folk music. We discuss two of the most popular Nepali folk songs- Sangini Geet and Purbeli Khyali.
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12 Jun 2020
Nishant Acharya on Why You Need To Stay True To Yourself
Am I good enough? Aru le k bhanla? How do I know myself? How do I get started on Fingerstyle guitar?
On this episode, Nishant Acharya shares his story on how he got started, dealing with self-doubt, the nature of artistic pursuit, knowing who you are and digs deep into the questions that bug us on a regular basis as musicians.
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15 May 2020
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