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What makes AR Rahman unique?
A.R. Rahman is known for his extensive body of work for film and stage, for his stylistic range as a composer, and for his integration of assorted styles of music in his compositions. His most widely known score, for the 2008 film Slumdog Millionaire, earned him BAFTA, Golden Globe, Academy, and Grammy awards.
Does AR Rahman copy tunes?
Yes he has copied songs.
Which instruments does AR Rahman use?
| A. R. Rahman | |
|---|---|
| Genres | Filmi Indian classical world music |
| Occupation(s) | Record producer film composer music arranger singer songwriter music curator entrepreneur |
| Instruments | Vocals keyboards guitar |
| Years active | 1992–present |
Has AR Rahman sung for any other music director?
He has sung some hit numbers in Tamil and Hindi for AR Rahman and other composers in films like Taj Mahal, Alaipayuthey and Boys. Though the album is composed by Clinton Cerejo, the Sufi song (Lakhon Salaam) that Rahman has sung is written and composed by Kashif.
Which piano is used by AR Rahman?
Steinway & Sons Model D Concert Grand Piano A.R. Rahman can be seen playing a Steinway & Sons Model D grand piano at 1:36 in this show produced by MTV.
What are the 7 swaras in Hindustani music?
There is a belief that the seven ‘swaras’ in the Hindustani Music were conceived from the sounds of the nature. The seven swaras as we all know are- Sa, Re, Ga, Ma, Pa, Dha, Ni.
What are swaras or sur?
There are different forms of sound.But the sound which is soothing to ear and which is musical is known as swaras or sur. Hindustani classical music has 7 major notes also known as Shudha Swaras. Sa and Pa swaras are called pure swaras ( shudha swaras) and have a fixed position.They are also known as Achal Swaras.
What are Sapta swaras (swaras)?
These Sapta Swaras are believed to have originated from “Dumru” (Musical Instrument) of Lord Shiva. 7 musical notes (Swaras) are the following: Full names of these notes follow sounds with which they are being sung. As per Shruti – Notes Sa (Tonic) & Pa (Perfect Fifth) stay fixed always once you have settled on the Tonic.
What is the difference between SA and PA swaras?
Sa and Pa swaras are called pure swaras ( shudha swaras) and have a fixed position.They are also known as Achal Swaras. Swaras other than Achal swaras can be sung half note above or below their original position.They are known as Vikrit Swaras.