The Aperture To Your Soul
Baishnav Kirtan
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The Bengali Baishnav tradition of Kirtan, sang in praise the Lord, dates back to 15th century AD, the time of Chaitanya Mahaprabhu. Kirtan is a part of Bengali almost all Bengali religious activities, from puja to funeral. This is one of the oldest concept of band concept. For ages they have been nurturing and carrying Bengali folk songs.
But sadly in last few decades the attitude towards Kirtan has been changed a lot. Interest is gradually dying. Only relevance has left is the religious requirements.
Even the Kirtan singers, usually Baishnav in religion, are in touch due to their passion and they no longer economically depend upon Kirtan. Due to lesser and lesser assignments they are exploring other economic viable options. And the young generation are no more interested to carry their ancestors tradition.
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Baishnav Kirtan
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The Bengali Baishnav tradition of Kirtan, sang in praise the Lord, dates back to 15th century AD, the time of Chaitanya Mahaprabhu. Kirtan is a part of Bengali almost all Bengali religious activities, from puja to funeral. This is one of the oldest concept of band concept. For ages they have been nurturing and carrying Bengali folk songs.
But sadly in last few decades the attitude towards Kirtan has been changed a lot. Interest is gradually dying. Only relevance has left is the religious requirements.
Even the Kirtan singers, usually Baishnav in religion, are in touch due to their passion and they no longer economically depend upon Kirtan. Due to lesser and lesser assignments they are exploring other economic viable options. And the young generation are no more interested to carry their ancestors tradition.
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