Dishi Gan Biliti Khela

Author : কুমারপ্রসাদ মুখোপাধ্যায় (Kumarprasad Mukhopadhyay)

Genre: Games & Entertainment

Cover: Hardcover

ISBN: 9788177562545

Pages: 368

Weight: 300 grams

Book Description:

• Dishi Gan Biliti Khela explores the intersection of traditional Indian songs and Western games, offering a unique perspective on cultural fusion.
• This book delves into how music and play, two central elements of human society, shape our lives, bridging generations and cultural divides.
• Through vivid storytelling, Kumarprasad Mukhopadhyay blends elements of folk music and entertainment, making it both an insightful and engaging read.
• The author brings his deep understanding of music and culture, providing a fascinating narrative that goes beyond mere play to explore history, tradition, and the evolution of entertainment.

About the Author:

• Kumarprasad Mukhopadhyay was born in February 1927 in Allahabad.
• He completed his schooling and university education in Lucknow, earning an M.A. in Economics and Sociology.
• He served as a Central Government officer in the Industrial Management Pool and held various important positions in organizations like NCDC, Coal Mines Authority, and Coal India Limited between 1967 and 1984.
• After retiring, he became involved in several companies and continued his work in diverse fields.
• Kumarprasad began his music training at the age of eight under Rabindralal Ray and later received lessons from legendary figures like Ustad Mushtaq Hussain Khan and Ustad Fayaz Khan.
• He trained under renowned maestros such as Ustad Ata Hussain Khan and Ustad Latafat Hussain Khan.
• He has performed in major cities across India and participated in prestigious music conferences and performances.
• His first performance on All India Radio was a National Program as an invited artist.
• He has delivered lectures and sung at various institutions, including the Kolkata Music Research Academy, Simla’s Institute of Advanced Studies, and the Academy in Madras.
• Kumarprasad received the Pandit title from the Gayan Samaj of Bangalore in 1972 and the Rabindra Puraskar in 1403 for his book Kudrat Rangibiringi.
• In addition to his musical achievements, he is a celebrated photographer, having held several successful solo exhibitions at the Academy of Fine Arts in Kolkata.