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Sangath, www.sangath.com, is looking to build a centre for services, training and research and seeks to buy approx 1500 to 2000 sq mtrs land betweeen Mapusa and Bambolim and surrounding rural areas. Please contact: [email protected] or [email protected] or ph+91-9881499458 http://lists.goanet.org/pipermail/goanet-goanet.org/2009-July/180028.html ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Parents should expose their children to classical music at a very young age By NOMRATHA FERNANDES Friday, 31 July 2009 Mr Pheroze Mistri, conductor and violinist par excellence, who took over the Goa State Symphony Orchestra since September 2008 spoke to The Navhind Times about his life and his music. His credits include conducting for prime orchestras and symphony's all over the world. How did it all begin? My family was heavily into classical music. Besides they loved jazz and Indian classical too. Growing up with music all around me made me begin with the piano. Somehow the intricacies involved with piano playing bored me and I took to the violin, which I pursued more seriously. And where did it go from there? I then studied in Europe and later went to conduct in Vienna, Slovakia, Finland, Tunisia, USA and in India too. Being exposed to so much classical music, which artistes would be your favourite? Of all the classical music I've been exposed to I think Bach, Mozart and Beethoven are by far my favourite. Bach's violin pieces are monumental and I would suggest it to any student of classical music. But, yes, I do keep my ears open to everything classical and besides I enjoy some Frank Sinatra, Nat King Cole and a few Hollywood musicals. Working at the Kala Academy what would you say about the state of classical music in Goa? Well, I would say that it is very good! The Kala Academy is doing a wonderful job in training students and providing a platform for them to perform. It has facilities as well as experienced teachers. The students too are receptive and ever willing to learn. Besides, the government of Goa fully patronises classical music, which only contributes to its improvement. How would you suggest improving it? Parents should expose their children to classical music at a very young age. Appreciation of classical music begins then, of course one can start later, but action usually doesn't follow. It not only begins the discipline but also triggers creativity. This is key to allowing talent to blossom, which in turn will see its effects to the wider circle. Having worked outside of India, how would you compare the classical music scene? When I began, Western classical music circulated among the elite. It presently is spreading to a much wider circle. One can make a full-fledged career with music in Europe and the USA. In India, however, it is just not possible. There is an equal amount of enthusiasm and participation of the youth in both places. The Indian classical music scene, however, requires precision and patrons. In your opinion is classical music limited, with regard to its lack of improvisations or structured creativity? Classical music is a discipline. I wouldn't say it's limited in the literal sense of the term. It doesn't allow the composer to take unbound freedom that could, perhaps, lead to musical chaos. That said, the very same classical piece played by two different musicians will sound different to the listener Being of such great stature, upcoming classical talent would love to hear some words of advice. Spend time with your instrument. Everyday practice is a must. It doesn't have to be routine and mundane as one looks at it, rather it's upon you to make it fulfilling and engrossing. Make it your occupation per se. http://www.navhindtimes.in/buzz/1443-parents-should-expose-their-children-to-classical-music-at-a-very-young-age
