Adrián Varela and Kirpal Singh Panesar in conversation

Philharmonia Orchestra violinist Adrián Varela and Tar Shehnai player Kirpal Singh Panesar come together to learn about each other's instrument, techniques, and ensemble playing.
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[@themax316]

I grew up with kirpal. he is so modest and humble about his talent. it's such a rarity these days. Its a pleasure and honour to see someone from the neighbourhood doing amazing stuff on youtube

[@mrdeurknopp]

He seems like a super chill dude

[@thetruth4344]

He's a baller I've played football with him he's quite good

[@adrianvarela500]

He's a lovely man and great musician. It was great to make this video with him.

[@sharonhamilton9496]

Your friend is a beautiful 💝 gift!

[@paultorbert6929]

the BEST that 2021 can offer to ALL YALL....! what a cool video, and how chill is the ending ????!!!!!!!!! 2 very cool musicians !!!!

[@roddireideoofficial2029]

Man im a heavy metal player but ths classical type touched my soul

[@paxonite-7bd5]

RoddiReideo Entertainment imagine these instrument used in heavy metal

[@roddireideoofficial2029]

that would be so cool!

[@aksheymehta77]

Lol Mee too

[@paxonite-7bd5]

@@roddireideoofficial2029 there is a music called konakaam metal

[@roddireideoofficial2029]

That sounds cool man.

[@hedihesni5977]

There is a hidden message here “Music is peace” ☮️🎶

[@nazlone]

Roopa Panesar knocked me out with her sitar and Kirpal Panesar has shown something I have never heard before.Are Panesars another name for talent

[@kinshukdas4433]

Nazir Lone and monty panesar was quite a bowling sensation in English Cricket!

[@1000.panesar]

I am a Panesar, unfortunately we are not all talented as Roopa and Kirpal

[@zoobee]

Please, if you have a chance, make more of these videos as classical and Indian classical musicians talk about their music and artistry to each other, the respect between them is so beautiful to see and all they discuss so fascinating too. Thank you for sharing these videos with us.

[@philharmonia_orchestra]

***** We're glad you're enjoying our videos. We are in fact releasing another video very shortly with one of our players meeting an incredibly talented tabla player, so if you enjoyed this video make sure you stay tuned for the next one!

[@tandavme]

These guys don't play, they literally SING!! Very lit, keep it up guys!

[@mavmav0YT]

Alexander Rodionov please don’t say “very lit” ever again.

[@tychodancer]

@@mavmav0YT Please don't type anything ever again

[@randomspecificity5334]

Yes, Alexander they really do sing. These two souls dance and sing with their chosen craft. Such genuine warmth inevitably spilling over for the world to enjoy. Much can be learned from their civility and mastery. First to listen and then to speak words of edification.

[@adrianvarela500]

Thanks guys

[@argonwheatbelly637]

Music is when Love speaks. Painting is when Love poses. Dance is when Love moves. Craft is when Love manifests. Love is as infinite as one desires. Art is Love incarnate. ❤️❤️❤️

[@philharmonia_orchestra]

Thanks for all of the wonderful comments on this film.

[@deepsenpai6871]

Make video on Veena(mother of all string instruments), sarangi(Instrument which mimic human voice), Taus(sound of peacock) and Saranda.

[@floofytown]

Oh man, the end is hilarious. I LOL'd real hard. Something absurd but joyful about two masters kinda gracefully falling flat on their faces together.

[@adrianvarela500]

Glad you liked it. It was a blast doing this with Kirpal

[@sharonhamilton9496]

Laughing! Pure joy!!!!!🤣❤️❤️

[@crazy7225]

In the end... the tune of the violin got indianized ☺

[@deepsenpai6871]

There is Indian violin thou

[@akshaybhat6023]

I m not biased but each emotion has a melody in Indian classical music... Indian music isnt just music but d feeling at that instant... When Indian artist played d instrument it brought tears to my eyes....

[@joshuarosen6242]

I love the way music draws people of different cultures together. I became interested in Hindustani Classical music about 18 months ago and it has been a fascinating experience learning about such a rich tradition. My experience of musicians is that their love of music instantly helps them to form a bond with other musicians regardless of how different their music may be and you can see that here.

[@philharmonia_orchestra]

Absolutely, we really enjoy making videos with Western Classical and Hindustani Classical musicians for this reason. There is so much that can be learnt from both sides.

[@indrajitmajumdar8590]

Philharmonia Orchestra (London, UK) Please do more like this

[@tonyfranklin4422]

I think music is a universal language that everybody understands. Music brings people together whether they believe the same thing or not. You can bring two people together who don't speak the same language but when they play their instruments together to create music it's almost like they come together in unity so they may not understand each other it's the music they share that brings them together. I am a believer in Jesus and I'm a guitar player and I believe it's a beautiful thing when you play your instrument with someone who doesn't necessarily believe the same way you do and they are a musician as well I believe they will see what's in your heart and be drawn to it when you share that gift that the Lord has given you. I thank God everyday for the gift of music and that I could share it with someone . These videos are awesome please make more of them

[@galaxynote2488]

@universe gossips yeah thats true,you are right , Sikhs are a distinct faith. But hindustani or indian or south asian words are not related to any religion but to a region.

[@galaxynote2488]

Both players & instruments are soulful

[@GetOutsideYourself]

What a joyous video. You can't help but smile.

[@elgonm289]

Indian instruments are on a another level..incredible

[@sharonhamilton9496]

I am falling in love with a beautiful soul from India; How fortunate I am!! I am a Euro mutt😌...Scottish, Irish, French, ( French -Canadian) English, German, .... These two masters of their creation and two cultures ....melting beautifully together; neither changing the beauty of the other... enjoying differences and similarities♥️ This duet is like our own journey!!😃🥰🙏

[@dominoplay3712]

Kind of feel like I've wasted most of my life learning how to play western classical music, but no nothing about how to play real music. This is amazing, more of this please!

[@sridhar7258]

Wow both are legends in their own instruments. Love it.

[@asmaajomha901]

Wow as An Arab I never knew Indian music is so beautiful

[@aayushs.taehyung4631]

It is😍😍

[@lachimolala5735]

@@aayushs.taehyung4631 Indian army?💜💜

[@aayushs.taehyung4631]

@@lachimolala5735 yess...Fanboy

[@lachimolala5735]

@@aayushs.taehyung4631 woah😄👍so you're a fanboy of taehyung?😁my bias is yoongi😆

[@aayushs.taehyung4631]

@@lachimolala5735 wowww My bias wrecker is jimin, yours?

[@g.bontempi691]

this is the most wholesome video I have ever seen wow

[@adrianvarela500]

Thank you!

[@joshuarosen6242]

I've met Kirpal and I heard him play the taus at Darbar 2014. I really enjoyed it - he played beautifully.

[@posdenous1]

Amazing . The guy on the Indian instrument plays it like a god

[@paulrose]

I feel there is something magical about this and the way you can see the awe on both their faces whilst listening to each other.

[@adrianvarela500]

Thank you Paul, I loved sharing with Kirpal and with everyone

[@PawelVVysocki]

That instrument is simply incredible. The whole conversation made me think of Lutoslawski and his way of liberating each individual orchestra member from being a little cog in a machine (presumably a war machine to keep it faithful to Adrian Varela's metaphor). I'm tempted to say that aleatorism was actually invented in India - even if pieces by Lutoslawski normally end on time.

[@adrianvarela500]

Very insightful! Thank you

[@vikramj22]

Amazing .. I reached here searching for Sarangi but it is 10 times more than that! Beauties of Sitar , Vocal and Ofcourse Sarangi

[@aajathakur2883]

Are bap re bap! These two are masters! So wonderful! Kirpal, bahut sundar! Adrian, amazing how he could handle the tar shehnai

[@adrianvarela500]

Thank you Aaja! It was fun

[@slipyourhips]

Just realized I've had an ear to ear smile for this entire video. Beautiful.

[@quamrulsiddiqui4225]

Oh Kripalji the sound you made just went through my heart. But Sitar part appeared to me like Sarengi which is greater version of Sarinda, usually played by the Folk musicians in Bangladesh and also deferent part of the subcontinent. Within a very short time both have shown the beauty of classical music of Hindustan and of the West. Kripalji one thing I like to request you to create a classical piece combination of three simultaneously. I have no authority to address any one Pandit, but I think you are supposed to be so. Thank you all.

[@SiddarthMV]

Please please do more of these because the world needs it. Music is peace.

[@weinhold0204]

I'm dead, that part at the end is hilarious.

[@adrianvarela500]

It was a blast🤣

[@chitrayudhghatak]

Looking forward too more such inter-cultural conversations. In fact, why not have an opera singer and a vocalist from the Indian Classical idiom (Hindustani and/or Carnatic). They might share valuable insights on the differences in the melody and the ornamentation and even the voice culture.

[@philharmonia_orchestra]

Chitrayudh Ghatak Have you seen this film? kzbin.info/www/bejne/i5OUnaeJlphqgaM Great tip re working with a singer! We'll keep that in mind.

[@sharonhamilton9496]

That would be so beautiful!!! And bakers... any type of Artists!!! Teach respect, love, communication😃🙏🥰😉🦋

[@RobertSlover]

indian music is ancient and yet so present, and inventive.

[@uvg319]

Wahe guruji...what an ajooba! Thankyou for preserving our culture and being such a beautiful exponent of it.

[@ajr1247]

Music is the greatest thing that brings people together.

[@philharmonia_orchestra]

We agree!

[@tropicalstrings]

Aj R sooo true. the best intercultural bridge.

[@Jean-kl6go]

Nice to see them both share their love of musical instruments.😊

[@SaparHarai]

خشک تار و خشک چوب و خشک پوست! از کجا می آیدی آواز دوست!!!!!! Khushk taar o khushk choob o khushk post! Az kuja mee aayad e awaaz dost! Dry strings dry leather and dry wood, I am wondering how it sounds like my beloved.

[@aayushs.taehyung4631]

Is this Farsi? I speak Hindi and I understood quite a few words Like Khushk, Tar, Aawaz and Dost It's same in Hindi

[@ghazanferabbas7688]

@@aayushs.taehyung4631 yes it is Farsi. A lot of Farsi words are in modern day Hindi from the Mughal influence

[@gurjeetsingh-gd1wr]

More please

[@DOKOTV]

wow what a beautiful conversation this is. Namaste!

[@adrianvarela500]

Thank you. We both loved doing it.

[@galaxylucia1898]

I’ve heard music made by the Tar Shenai from film scores in documentaries but I never knew the name of the instrument until now. Literally had tears in my eyes when Mr. Panesh started to play. The sound touched me at my core; it’s absolutelybeautiful. It’s ambitious, but now I’d love to learn BOTH instruments! This series is fantastic!!

[@philharmonia_orchestra]

Thanks for the great feedback. Thank you for watching. If you haven't already, please subscribe to our channel to keep up to date with all new releases!

[@devandeep]

Sarangi is another instrument which makes similar sounds. It is more mainstream.

[@हर्षवान्]

I agree with Hardev Sra. The sound you heard was probably of Sarangi which is much more common than Tar Shehnai.

[@kirpalpanesar4268]

Galaxy Lucia Thanks for your kind words. If you are still interested in learning 121 or group sessions then get in touch via email: [e-mail]

[@porfyrus1]

this is the most beautiful thing to see! The artists will never fight!

[@adrianvarela500]

Thank you. I agree.

[@agnimitrabrf4862]

What a treat. Didn't realize the Dilruba was that versatile. Please make more videos on Indian bowed instruments, which tend to be in the shadow of Indian plucked instruments.

[@agnimitrabrf4862]

@Kaushik Kurudi Yes I learned that later.

[@anujpaul670]

This type of dilruba is actually called tar shehnai

[@nijazmoideen2386]

Became a fan of you dear Kirpal Singh Panesar. You're playing so beautiful. I fell in love with your instrument and you talent.

[@Vkarthi5908]

இந்த இசையை கேட்ட உடனே என் கண்களில் நீர் வழிந்தது பிறவி பயனை அடைந்தேன் நன்றி

[@NavjotKaur-cy4jf]

Happy faces at the end. I always wanted to learn at least one instrument in my life but never got to decide which one whether piano or flute but now my search is over TAUS. 💖

[@kirpali]

Hope you have started on your journey. 🙏🏻

[@satyajitsahu]

Just a random search on Wiki got me interested to learn about 'Tar shehnai', and a search on KZbin got me right here. I am so glad I saw this. I got introduced to this beautiful instrument. Though I am kinda familiar with the sound being similar with Shehnai, Sarangi, and Israj. The Israj and Sarangi (very similar sound) have such an heavenly sound. They emote so much, love, pain, sadness, happiness... there is just whole range of human emotions that I can feel just by listening to these family of instruments. Kirpal Singh plays it so brilliantly well! Thank you for such an educational and informational video. Edit: There is one more aspect of the sound of Tar Shehnai (or Israj, Sarangi), the performer may be playing 2 ft from you, but it sounds like being played few miles away. The timbre just cuts through any ambient noise! It takes me to the deserts of Rajasthan (India) when I hear this music!

[@philharmonia_orchestra]

Hi Satyajit Sahu, thanks so much for the lovely feedback. It really does have an extraordinary sound. If you haven't already, please do subscribe so that you can watch more films like this. Have you seen this film? kzbin.info/www/bejne/gX3Vd4CJjsxgY6s

[@cogitoergosum9069]

This is so cool. The ending just warms the soul. As s musician myself, it's amazing to see them both learn about worlds of music that are different yet so familiar.

[@adrianvarela500]

Thank you!

[@lorez6063]

Wow, when you both played together at the end, it gave me chills. It shows that as human beings, we are not so different after all. In fact, our differences can compliment and teach each other new and wonderful things. Absolutely beautiful music all round.

[@adrianvarela500]

Thank you. We've achieved our aim when people write as you did.

[@TheLeon1032]

THIS IS PURE JOY FOR ME love seeing their interaction, thank you

[@ss-pm6oj]

Thank you for sharing Sikh Music master.

[@satadruray9787]

Magical, mesmerizing, out of the world. Regards and respect

[@jazzcalcuttacityofjoy575]

Excellent.....Its touch the Soul....GO ahead.....God Bless You.......

[@the36lessons11]

The sound of violins and string instruments is just so beautiful. Whether sad or joyous the soul sings.

[@s5utu]

Such a brilliant understanding of the spectrum of classical music from the east and west

[@Desneaky.larrat]

That is so beautiful and emotional to hear.... my brain just melted...kirpal singh ji really knows how to touch audience soul.♥️

[@fatimasipen8191]

Indian instruments as usual are awesome and fantastic

[@philharmonia_orchestra]

We agree!

[@sandeepsandhu4286]

Unusual because you have never seen them ..very usual to us :p

[@omen786171]

lovely interaction and great musical pieces, thoroughly enjoyed

[@altisgotours2440]

Grace is all about our humanity.

[@rajupnjkr]

Last jugalbandi( duet playing ) very hearttonuching.

[@tropicalstrings]

After this amazing video ,hopefully more people start playing melody instruments. The end is GREAT FUN.

[@rajinder2k4]

So beautiful I fought back the tears

[@Wanderlust_Sal]

I love the way both these phenomenal artists are holding their instruments.

[@harshaldeshpande5723]

Kirpal Ji is Best Love from INDIA

[@Lalulalala824]

Such a beautifully inclusive orchestra. Got to love Philarmonia.

[@OndskapensHersker]

The Tar Shehnai sounds so beautiful.... wow

[@s5utu]

Wonderful conversation thoroughly appreciated both classical genre's. The Tar Shehnai is such a diverse instrument. Thankyou for posting 🙏

[@GrimmusiKRecords]

Tar shehnai is so beautiful, wow! Thank you Kirpal Singh Panesar for demonstrating it's three-sides :-)

[@sukhpreetsinghartist6080]

Kirpal ji,,,,u r gem,,,mehar ho gayee,,,,,u got treasure

[@harpreet5272]

Indian musical instruments specially Sikh instrument connect us with spirituality

[@satyadhoundiyal]

What is Sikh instruments?? 🤷🏽‍♂️🤷🏽‍♂️🤷🏽‍♂️

[@harpreet5272]

@@satyadhoundiyal means Taus , Rabab etc ...designed by Sikh Gurus

[@Satan_4u]

@@satyadhoundiyal nanakshahi rabab , taus , sarandha , dilruba etc

[@satyadhoundiyal]

@@Satan_4u so they are not Indian instruments but sikh instruments. Got it now...

[@HS-lz8jg]

@Time Machine Sikh are instruments specially created to sing the Sikh scriptures ex. Dilruba ,

[@swastisundarmohapatra9752]

I want to listen this whole day. Please continue.

[@bjrnespeseth8515]

love the part where they switch instruments xD

[@adrianvarela500]

Me too, it was a blast🤣

[@Awesomeness7ish]

This was least expected but other than seeing the greatness of Esraj did you guys noticed how Kripal described Indian classical ragas/music using the analogy of Jack and Gill!?

[@DestressYourMind]

Oh man I love my country's musical instruments. They have such a unique sound. Love it love it.

[@benjaminaustnesnarum3900]

Interesting to see how they both influenced each other at the end

[@adrianvarela500]

Yeah, I loved it when we got to that stage

[@goozrat]

The intro sounded like something from the Blade Runner soundtrack, which got my attention immediately

[@vikashdenzil]

This is absolutely beautiful to watch!

[@1VperOctave]

What a delightful and magical conversation! Also, the end part where they played each other's instruments was great fun.

[@adrianvarela500]

Thanks, we loved doing it😊

[@umaguha6369]

I was expecting 'yaad piya ki aye' on this beautiful instrument, tar shehnai!

[@gurumoorthi334]

awesome kirpal .......both of them very nice

[@MsRegnart]

I would pay to listen to their online concert. Amazing !!

[@sadenb]

Indian music seems more philosophical than than the western music. The stress is more on the emotion of the mind rather than the notes.

[@Wolverine3660]

Well, seems like you havent really listened to western classical music, otherwise you wouldnt be making idiotic statements like you have. And, I am a desi too, who is a tabla player and a also a western classical guitarist.

[@umangmishra7241]

@@Wolverine3660 hey I don't doubt your credentials of being a tabla and guitar player. However I also am of the belief that Hindustani classic music is more soulful then western classical. I am a bansuri player who has modest knowledge about Hindustani music but no knowledge about Western. So if you would be willing to tell me how you think Wester can rival our music, I would be very greatful. Thanks and I don't mean to cause any unintentional offence from my part. I just want to learn

[@NishantSingh-qe7vv]

Indian music is spritual ,it comes from spriptures ,it is way to moksha or god or nature watever u want to call

[@HarjitSPabla-Composer]

Very interesting musical discussion. Thanks for sharing this. Regards.

[@Satan_4u]

Harjit ji tusi Jo surjit patar ji Di rachna " laggi Jo tere kalje Halle churi Nahi " gayi si ...kamaal krta si . Wah 🙏

[@HarjitSPabla-Composer]

@@Satan_4u Thank you so much. Regards.

[@DorodiS]

What a gem ...such sweet combination ❤

[@harpreet5272]

Kinna Dard hai es sangeet ch wow kinna feel hai .... kinna skoon hai ...Jo kirpal Singh ji kol a

[@pnfctg12]

kindred spirits ... creating peace and harmony with what they do...

[@pradeeprajendran638]

Music conveys emotions in a very effective way than words

[@prabhakargundlapalli393]

This is the mastery in music, and understanding each other's music. Great to watch and listen to this recording.

[@adrianvarela500]

Thanks, we loved doing it😊

[@mainakbhattacharyya8988]

These are two instruments talking to each other...two wise instruments..the human is their translator..

[@TheEmperorSeesAll]

Beautiful! The meeting of East and West is so fruitful and applicable to cultural understanding. Please, continue conducting these types of videos!

[@philharmonia_orchestra]

We will! Make sure you subscribe because we have something up our sleeve coming in the new concert season.

[@suchismitadatta5121]

Absolutely delightful ❤️

[@gregorytoddsmith9744]

They compliment each other beautifully!!

[@platimus7984]

The bhup and shivaranjini demonstration was godly

[@in_neerajpandey]

Such a soothing conversation in itself.

[@zigarettenbruch6999]

Beautiful! The traditional Indian music is strangely reminiscent of traditional Irish music.

[@tungavidyavijaya8960]

Lol...dunno about that but it's way more older and way more refined

[@helsreach001]

😁😁😁😁 do u know how old is Indian classical music

[@REXONCROSS]

Indian music and Irish music are way too different. You have absolutely no idea of Indian classical music

[@ankit7493]

It's 2am and I'm appreciating music

[@lastzonesnake3425]

Its 3 am

[@Val_kyriee]

Is Kirpal, Roopa Panesars brother?? The instrument he plays evokes such emotion, it's magical.

[@vgil1278]

Thanks so much! Beautiful and fascinating.

[@philharmonia_orchestra]

You're welcome. Thank you for watching!

[@abewewew]

I loved the last 3 minutes the most❤️

[@adrianvarela500]

It was a blast to do

[@nesansmusic1591]

It's awesome...

[@ayushmanbhalla8737]

what a lovely place!!

[@suhasinimadhuryachennubhot9342]

what a way to start my day!

[@boxofchocolates2134]

There should be more music in the world, we have become too economy and GDP oriented societies. There is no balance, no relaxation, just hustling. These people bring so much joy to the world.

[@MsTokies]

wow this is really cool. should do all the instruments all over the world!!! this is really cool

[@philharmonia_orchestra]

We hope to be doing another one like this for the next season, with a different instrument. Stay tuned by subscribing to our channel if you can!