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Jagaddhatri Puja

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In Hinduism, Jagaddhatri or Jagadhatri ('the Protector of the World') is a form of Devi, the supreme goddess. Her worship is more common in West Bengal than the other parts of India. Her cult is directly derived from Tantra where she is a symbol of sattva beside Durga and Kali, respectably symbolized with Rajas and Tamas.

This feature will highlight the great pujas of Chandannagor, Bhadreshwar and elsewhere. Photo & Text Courtesy: Ms.Asmita Mukherjee, Mr.Probir & Wikipedia.

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Living Encyclopedia of Old Bengali Music Biman-da died today!!!

Remembering Biman Mukhopadhyay...!!!

25th death anniversary of Gouri Prasanna Majumdar observed

Gouri Prasanna Majumdar 25th death anniversary
Lopamudra

Calcutta, Feb 12, 2011 (Washington Bangla Radio) On the occasion of noted lyricist late Gouri Prasanna Majumdar’s 25th death anniversary, a big musical evening was organized to pay tribute to the legend where a host of dignitaries and people from the music fraternity were present to pay tribute to the legend.

FOLK US

[Kolkata Bangla Band FOLK US]
Folk Us - Performing Bengali Folk Songs On Stage

Calcutta, Feb 12, 2011 (Washington Bangla Radio) FOLK US - a group of nine extremely talented singers who have together who have come together for one common love - Bengali Folk Music. This group has come together to present Bengali folk songs with a touch of modernity so that they can be played in lounge bars and be reachable to the affluent class.

FOLK US presents the rich tradition of Bengal alive without tampering the mood and essence of the original songs. These songs have just been presented with a new electronic sound which gives a feel to the songs and makes it more acceptable to greater sections of society.


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