This 1962 LP captures Bismillah Khan in a dynamic performance of Raga Todi and a Mishra Thumri, showcasing his unparalleled mastery of the shehnai. The recording highlights his improvisational depth and the emotional intensity characteristic of his most celebrated work.
- "Raga Todi • Mishra Thumri" was released on the Music of India label in August 1962.
- The album features two distinct classical forms: the morning raga Todi and the lighter, more emotive Thumri, presented in a Mishra (mixed) style.
- This recording dates from a period when Bismillah Khan was actively expanding the reach of Indian classical music beyond its traditional audiences.
Bismillah Khan was an Indian shehnai virtuoso from Varanasi, widely considered the greatest player of his instrument. In 1962, he was already a globally recognized artist, bringing Indian classical music to international stages.
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