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Fading melodies: Are traditional songs losing sheen in Holi celebrations?
Singer Rachna Bhatnagar shares her deep knowledge on traditional Holi folk melodies, blending tradition with modern creativity, and shares her renditions. Credit: Getty Images/Supplied by Rachana Bhatnagar
Sydney-based singer Rachna Bhatnagar, with over three decades of experience in folk, classical, and Bollywood music, reflects on the diminishing role of folk music in Holi celebrations. She emphasises the importance of artists educating audiences and reinventing folk traditions by blending them with contemporary compositions. Through her renditions of traditional Holi folk songs, Rachna brings the festival’s spirit to life.
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