Anoushka Shankar - Love Letters (Live from Purcell Room, Southbank Center)

Alev Lenz: vocals, piano (my co-producer and co-writer on all Love Letters songs barring Those Words)
Nicki Wells: vocals, tanpura, beat machine
Nina Harries: vocals, bass
Danny Keane: cello, piano (and co-writer on The End)
Pirashanna Thevarajah: mridangam, ghatak, mooring, mandira, beat machine
Music video by Anoushka Shankar performing Love Letters (Live from Purcell Room, Southbank Center). A Mercury KX Video; © 2021 Universal Music Operations Limited
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[@AnoushkaShankarOfficial]

Unfortunately we can't edit the description above but I would like to share credit with the amazing artists I worked with in this show: Alev Lenz: vocals, piano (my co-producer and co-writer on all Love Letters songs barring Those Words) Nicki Wells: vocals, tanpura, beat machine Nina Harries: vocals, bass Danny Keane: cello, piano (and co-writer on The End) Pirashanna Thevarajah: mridangam, ghatak, mooring, mandira, beat machine

[@grc178]

Anushka u r awfully n divinely sweet

[@zoarpaz1557]

Bless you and your hands and musical soul for this truly wonderful musical creation.

[@ambikasingh857]

You helped me earn a PhD. You have no idea how much your music helps me. Thank you!😊

[@jayantadey4526]

@Anoushka Shankar: I chanced upon to go through your comment only on last night (5th Nov) and as I understand you are critical about not having given due credit to other artists in show, and it is not about my views on Fusion Music. I must make one thing clear here I never meant it that way. They're extremely talented artists by their own virtues and skills, acquired over the years of learning and practice. If I did it in any way, I tender my apology to them and you as well for hurting their pride and sentiment. But again, it is Anoushka Shankar who is driving and motivating force behind the Team Anoushka, as I date call it. The title in KZbin also suggests the same. However, I stand firmly by my views on Fusion and the album Love Letter is a wonderful expression of creative fusion. P. S: Brother's Day is being celebrated today (6th Nov) here in West Bengal. I observe this day as Sister's Day and have celebrated the day with my elder sister (Didi) and the younger one (Bone) following the same rituals as a sister follows for her brother. I have also followed same rituals with you and the other artists (sans Prasanna for obvious reason for being bro) by freezing a frame from the video where everybody is visible. I don't know why I did that. Perhaps, there has been an undercurrent of sense of guilt playing in my psyche since last night I went through your comment that keeps haunting me. Perhaps I did it as mark of respect, love and care for the every team member. Plz convey my best wishes to them.

[@lizlucci]

Oh Much LOVE And THANKS TO ALL DEAR ONES💖💖🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻 When all come together it is the CONVERGENCE OF ENERGIES THAT help US Become One With You and the MOMENT✨✨✨✨💖💖💖✨✨✨

[@deepvalia]

If hundred musicians with hundred different instruments comes on a stage to play, Anoushka being with them will simply outstand and will have her presence felt individually even amongst 100 musicians. That is the power of her sitar and her talent. Supremely talented.

[@tapasroy7958]

Beautiful

[@djamellabiod1475]

no, no, no, noooooo, it doesn't match I didn't like my pinion....

[@dielauwen]

She was playing air sitar as a baby in her stroller. I said look she is a sitar player .Ravi then started to teach her.

[@manuelsaturnino9300]

Lq

[@craigvancott737]

Some of the world's very best & most beautiful music. So soulful.

[@ryanfallon]

33 year old man here. I'm not ashamed, I cried within the first ten minutes. This is beautiful

[@smitashendye7034]

Anoushka, today is Diwali here in India.. was missing my husband who passed away 6 years back .. Your concert made my night. Grateful and indebted for such soulful music..

[@Muntasha]

Hello, my younger sister passed away on 13th November 2020 after 22 years of fighting with Lupus. She wholeheartedly praised Anoushka’s Sitar playing. You know, whenever I listen Anoushka, I see my sister! This’s one of the reasons I deliberately play AS’s cds 💿

[@PixelBoxStudio]

@Smita Shendye let the new music ease your soul with all happiness and yes, look into new future, never forget past but donot sit regretting for it. Find a new soul which makes you happy and togetherness! God bless you.

[@larryfroot]

May all who have endured such loss find comfort and grace in each and every moment.

[@1951renate]

I am in the same Situation and understand KZbin Compostela!

[@1951renate]

O this Google translation.... understand you completely!

[@padykap]

Her genius dad would be proud of her, ever..that musical sense to blend the best of all genres to create the best music..wow, her dad was a classical perfectionist, but his girl has gone beyond what he could ever accept...she has a genius musical brain. God bless her

[@crotalusatrox7931]

My thoughts exactly...The Shankar Legacy Continues...

[@GurmeetSingh-wm8mm]

God is one

[@GurmeetSingh-wm8mm]

We love god

[@TrasondaMaharaj]

Wow! So amazing to see Anoushka master the sitar. I don't think there is anyone on earth who can beat her, she is a true replica of her father. Love her dedication.

[@crotalusatrox7931]

The Shankar legacy continues and evolves. Simply Beautiful.

[@hridaybhowmik]

I don't know who will carry on that legacy after her with that much level...🙌

[@eshebang]

Anoushka is a goddess comparting with us humans some of her divinity.

[@aminbardai8168]

I am off looking for ALL this lady's albums! Heve not felt like this for ANY guitar player. Love to listen with eyes closed. BRAVO!

[@seemasharma-nm6ts]

Is there a better word than "brilliant" ? It's just divine...beyond words and beyond this world

[@imresimon6764]

Yes...yes....very Divine and Eternal!

[@MrVinodbansal]

Ensueing myself.... 🙏🙏🙏

[@khokantalukder9339]

outstanding, sound from Good..

[@javiersandoval7477]

I'm a guy who loves to listen ethnic music from many countries (as China, Mongolia, Greece, Norway, Thailand, Japan, Kazakhstan,....) but the music of India.... Is the unique one (and mostly the music of the master Anoushka) which help me to relax, to feel happy, to evade the stress of this weird society, I don't know if I'm the unique but her play of "voice of the moon" make me stay in a feeling or situation of happiness and give me power for keep going in my life.... For that and many other things which I don't remember now I must tell you thank you master, I feel that musicians as you keep a part of the soul of society .... Because which human product bring the soul and feeling of a human most than music? Only I suggest you and beg you for keep fighting in your career and if you and your children like keep your soul music in next generations ❤️😳 A lot of thanks from a fan of Spain, I wish you will have the reputation you deserve master 😌🙏

[@mmraj2648]

U r my and ur music heart touch ...I'm a part of a cell .. belove Anushaka Shankar

[@mmraj2648]

Belove it Anushakar Shankar..

[@yogi122524]

Anoushka is revitalizing and reinventing Indian classical music with her superb mastery of sitar and blending new sounds admist an evolving audience and landscape, be it away from India. Anoushka remains an icon and a true musician, mother , sister, daughter and an admirable and modern citizen of the world ! She needs a standing ovation for the work she has done and is doing both inside and outside the music scene. Anoushka, be proud and stand tall ! We are both in awe and admiration for your infinite and on going contribution to our society ! - Yogi Mehta - Dubai.

[@joroh-4403]

Had the privilege of discovering her a few days ago, absolutely incredible artist

[@theopaterakis8888]

Always in awe of the sensitivity, professionalism, and the beauty of Anoushka and her fellow musicians. Thank you.

[@fusion-music]

Land of Gold sung here is beautiful. It's not only a beautiful song, but it showcases a marvellous tonal quality and harmony. Credit to the composition and the singers. We should have more songs demonstrating the power of good song writing and vocals. Land of Gold is one of my favourite albums and Traveller - the the flamenco marriage in it. I'm hooked on the performance in France. My 11 week old grandson is now enjoying Sitar after I introduced my daughter to Anoushka's music at a Glasgow performance. To think I started listening to Ravi in the 70s. Never dreamt of this. Thanks for making this available.

[@aminakhan703]

This video's gottten me through some times, man. I remember listening to it two years ago living alone on a mountain in Europe in one of the deepest depressions of my life. Now I've lost my source of income, so I'm going all-in to India to learn classical music. Listening to this again to celebrate.

[@VarunSharma-cf7ir]

Maa Sarawati's incarnation. Pranam

[@ancientstar2012]

Absolutely.

[@deffiat]

Боже, думал, включу фоном, в итоге не смог оторваться - это прекрасно! 🧡

[@TaposhGayen]

Anoushka Shankar is a true ambassador of world music. We, the audience, waft in the wind through the work of these incredible musicians.

[@theck672]

Hypnotic bliss … Goddess Anoushka!!! 🕊🕊🕊🕊🕊🕊🕊

[@SambathKumaar]

At 11:14 when all instruments join in unison. Ah, the goosebumps and extreme sensations within me cannot ever be described in words. All I did was join my palms in ultimate expression of gratitude and love to whatever is experiencing this magnificence within my body. Such beauty, such wonder. Thank you for this!

[@jonathanedwards8696]

All the musicians? There are only three of them.

[@jonathanedwards8696]

5 at 20 minutes.

[@SambathKumaar]

@@jonathanedwards8696 It is still 'all' the 3 instruments.

[@devoutburrito]

@@jonathanedwards8696 Okay??

[@benrattenbury397]

if there is a heaven it is this music. This is what they listen there all the time

[@infon300]

The mridangam was divine, took the Sitar to another level!

[@339Rohit]

Probably one of the finest musician alive and will stay forever

[@ermedinhalilbegovic6104]

This music is beyond amazing. Thank you very much Anoushka.

[@Conn30Mtenor]

Every note perfectly placed with respect to space and timing. That takes talent, discipline, a finely tuned ear and instincts.

[@abbadonedge3836]

Marvelous and mystical music played with love and passion. If I could give a million thumbs up, I will. 👏

[@Puttyankit11music]

Indian culture is here.... With pure soul .... Our... Tradition should be.... Always.... Remember .... Thank You so much.. Maa Saraswati blesss u...😊 for ur sitar Playing always a love 😊🙏🙌🏾💙

[@roberthughes5511]

Love this style of music. Can not get enough of it

[@george4997george]

She certainly is a CREDIT to her Father! Thanks for the beautiful Music, almost deaf man...

[@julieclifford7698]

This gathering is sooo incredibly beautiful.. the songs, the love, the compassion… the friendship.. the expression.. the meaning.. alll sooo deep.. “May your kind heart find a land of Gold…” .. and the instruments sooo beautiful 💛🧡♥️💜💙💚🐣🐾🐸🌼🐝🥁✨🕉️

[@ejarnold747]

Not sure what planet I just got back from after listening to this!! Wow!!! Anazing! Amazing!!

[@rishi-eq8kx]

I can imagine the devotion, dedication and discipline ......And....HARDWORK......that goes into making SUCH FLAWLESS Continuity of elements in music that makes it so mesmerising end to end ! Thanks for the video so thoughtfully made and uploaded for listeners like me.

[@madhumithap1350]

When I listen to Anoushka's Sitar music I either want to meditate on it or dance for it!!! So Divine, grateful 🙏

[@thomaskrieger567]

❤

[@Muntasha]

Thank you ever so much Anushka for touching my mind, my soul, my ears, my day & night in tenderness of your musical fingers. 🙏🏽💐 Brilliant composition!

[@michaellasserrefinearts4435]

Bad ass! The intonation, expression, and the interaction between the sitar and cello was phenomenal! 👏👏👏

[@alexisgagne1027]

Jjjjjkjjkkjjkkk

[@harishwala5882]

This us one of her Masterpieces. Hello from India 🇮🇳. Congrats 💐

[@vadinhopsc]

Gosh! Pure magic. Superb performance by Anoushka and her companion musicians.

[@babab7811]

Quiet and very strong and loud music, which I listen from 17 years old. Thank you, for your personality, Anouschka.

[@jimmycharb9614]

Ce n'est plus de la musique mais de la magie ! Absolument merveilleux. Quel voyage...

[@nuadtrainer]

Anoushka Shankar is just great. I love every instant of her music

[@lizlucci]

The Spiritual strumming of the Satire brings the energies of its ancient meanings / sounds to all the songs carrying to us all the blessings of the vibrations to awaken that which it was meant to do for all to experience its magic to connect to our other life’s then and now💖💖NAMAST🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻

[@charumohan]

Anoushka Shankar, it's so easy to fall in love with your style of music, you play effortlessly sitting like a QUEEN. Love and Awe, nothing else!!

[@bollywoodsongs9764]

*Sometimes you will get tired of loving and being hurt.But that's what love is..You just need to take a break and start loving yourself first. 💖💖💝💝💗💔💔*

[@gwojcieszczuk]

"Those words" is very special... and the singing? No words to describe.

[@danvaz3490]

It's the very first time I listen to this! It got me on tears! This music is beyond our comprehension 🥹

[@jayantadey4526]

Fusion music, as I see it, a celebration of freedom from conventionalism, a way of creative expression, an endeavor to reach out to the mass, making the classic form of art more understandable, pleasing, yet soothing and calming for our heart and mind. Anoushka Shankar has been doing this for a couple of years successfully and I must say quite commendably. The present compositions are beautifully crafted. This is what we call World Music.

[@towhidulmunir6341]

If I was ever asked to make a commentI would make that with your words!

[@charlesarmstrong5292]

This music is beyond amazing. Always mesmerised by its many moods, tempo`s and rhythms.

[@deyspeakable]

Blissful and wonderful! Great musicians creating heavenly music. Anouska and Piashanna are amazing as always. The lyrics of Alev Lenz and vocals of Nicki Wells are real revelations. Nina Harries' and Danny Keane's bass and cello are real tight with the music and is haunting! Hope this beautiful collaboration continues.

[@AnshulBhat]

Each note is brilliantly struck ..what a truly heartfelt rendition .. so so inspiring dear Anoushka and team . Loved the last piece especially. 💗

[@JustFiddler]

indeed

[@mysticalvivek1451]

very true ! Sending lots of love and light to you and your family. In the divine friendship ! Jai Guru 🙏✨💙☺️

[@ericpomerantz3859]

Bonsoir C est magnifique, une rencontre culturelle , complémentaire , qui fait évolue chaque instruments, voix, une symphonie digne des grands compositeurs .. merci de cet instant magique .😍

[@brajaeditora]

99 million comments would not mean that much to such amazing musicians and music

[@isabelrivas553]

Es un concierto tan lleno de belleza y sensibilidad que no hay palabras que lo puedan definir.

[@zenvirtravolta]

Anoushka madam.. I have great respect for you.. You r really really genius.. No words . I'm speechless... U r the a part of of your Daddy and Goddess ... I really wish Tht I could meet you..listen you.. before I die . I shouldn't say..God Bless You...coz U r already blessed..TC.

[@francoisepoisson3064]

Merci infiniment.. Grâce et beauté... Musique et voix extraordinaires qui ouvrent nos cœurs à l'Amour.... 🙏 🙏 🙏 🙏 💖💖💖🌌🌌🌌🌌

[@sumabharadwaj2755]

Anoushka just gives a new dimension!! It's beyond words!! Much gratitude and love from India

[@souravdam9670]

Just loved the way Ma'am you played....just felt magical

[@Nike.Crystalia]

Im shock with the vocalist, this body just our vehicle more than culture and beyond, beautifully singing voice. and combine with the magic music just so healing.

[@yelassinacoulibaly]

The music of Faso is an inexhaustible source of sweetness. It allows us to plunge deep inside ourselves and at the same time resonate with our fellow man, Yé Lassina Coulibaly

[@YTantirungrotechai]

I open this vdo from my cheap laptop. But from the clapping at the beginning, the recording is superb! I am amazed at the quality of the recording that capture the awesome atmosphere & excellent music. Thank you again for sharing this excellent VDO.

[@renoreb953]

Anoushka Shankar , " QUEEN " of Sitar & à grand bravo to all in the group , singers & musiciens 👏👏 , greetings from Paris .

[@vadimbunakov]

Прекрасный концерт!

[@amitjaiswal1786]

Her music is divine..it seems like you are in clouds..

[@manabendrapakhira5801]

Excellent performance by respected Madam " ANUSHKA SANKAR " and two other respected performers. Hearty regards to all co-artistic supporters in this concert. Thanks with love and respect. ♥️♥️♥️🙏♥️♥️♥️

[@valerieklaus6281]

Une magnifique découverte,je me suis laissée emporter dès le 1 er morceau jusqu' au dernier. Un délice pour les yeux et les oreilles. Des musicale habités et talentueux, des chanteuses d'une voix pure et exceptionnelle....merci pour ce moment ,merci

[@hridaybhowmik]

I have a picture of her in my room... simply she is devine...Her personality is so calm and energetic at the same time...❤🙏🫡

[@ThirumalaMeenakshi]

Every strings makes my tear gland Fill with unexplainable joy It pearls out slowly !! 🙏💚🙏

[@ashokanandachakraborty8907]

Brilliant rendition and beautiful team work.Shall be happy to listen to Anoushka's presentation of a few Rabindrasangeet and bengali folk songs..thanks

[@Psyocean]

Amazing beautiful music! Some divine! Rare taste for music! Bravo!

[@VaultVenturer]

Still watching the video... my experience so far after the first song. Amazing, brilliant, feelings and tears that reminds me something that I can't explain, and the elf girl is still sitting there really amazed and waiting for her time to sing. Greetings from Brazil.

[@pacmac4008]

a great loss for India, but a gem for the world. Continue to shine with your pure heart

[@dsbdsb6637]

// a great loss for India, but a gem for the world // How plz. elaborate ?

[@charlesmanon9526]

Juste incroyable, je viens de tomber là dessus et je ne décroche pas! La dame là, elle impose son énergie et crée un genre d'hypnotisme enivrant qui est juste très très agréable! Avis aux amateurs! Enjoy!

[@jainilkansara2895]

Superb I really appreciate.

[@raulraism12]

I've been waiting for this!!! Thank you very much Anoushka and everybody who played in this amazing presentation. Saudações meus irmãos!

[@adriantoth1639]

Your music Anoushka is not only enchanting but also deeply relaxing, invigorating. You're a bright star of the music world...an inspiration!

[@sonictantra]

Great work as always!!

[@MrJuliocarrero]

"May all beings be happy"S.N.Goenka

[@vishalsethi4331]

WOW, amazing, magnificent, woderful, loveable! Lucky to listen this masterpiece.

[@bluesurfer100]

Such a beautiful concert. Deep & soulful.

[@mehtkab]

Thank you Anoushka-ji for sharing this incredible concert.

[@shriyadevi8708]

It's a blessing to listen to this music in times of anxiety and distress. :)

[@rajalakshmisubramanian8469]

Anoushka is most adorable on Sitar !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@JodyLeeSchroeder]

Nicki's voice and Anoushka's sitar.. heavenly , Thank you all for making me smile and brightening my little heart

[@SheethalVR]

Who is Nicki, what's her full name? She is absolutely brilliant

[@JodyLeeSchroeder]

@@SheethalVR Nicki wells, she is the one sitting down to anoushkas left, I love her voice , simply beautiful.

[@SheethalVR]

@@JodyLeeSchroeder thanks for confirming! I do know her, but wanted to know her full name. Her singing especially the hindi lyrics were quite good.

[@julianmarsh8616]

Wonderful Sitar, musical tales of our past. Just incredible artistry and emotional transferral through the Sitar. 🙏 nam

[@paullatif4092]

Beautiful deep Hindi music genre superbly interfaced with Anoushkar's sitar, tabla; violin, piano and amazing voices !! Just heaven like !!🌹💓🙏

[@otarkaeones1135]

Enrealidad entro en profundo contemplación y meditacion. Los aplausos me descolocan un poco. Increible cooperación gtandes artistas!

[@Paramecio_Z]

Maravilloso y ensoñador sonido. Profundo y a veces suave como la seda. Muchas gracias Anoushka por semejante regalo para los oidos y el alma. 🎶❤

[@devakianirudh]

Wow... First 13 minutes is the masterpiece.. Everyday I listen by closing my eyes.. It takes me somewhere.. Thank you so much.. Love to listen more this kind of music mam..

[@tejaswinidixit5838]

Feel honoured to get to listen this masterpiece soul soothing music...lots of respect

[@TiborHunka]

This music lives on. It would be poorer for the WORLD, I love you!

[@janfrankl3781]

what a divine music and what a wonderful goddess play the sitar! thank you from my heart! 🙏🥰💖🎶😌

[@aramsaribekyan124]

БРАВО АНУШКА❤🧡💛🙏👍👍

[@rudolfpliberschnig]

absolutely fantastic

[@leduardo4170]

in love, I send all my good vibes to you from Brasil - South America! Tnks for post

[@ACastellanosGuessWhat]

The vocals are the best of the ensemble

[@wasolldas]

Teşekür ederim Anoushka, Alev and all the other godesses on stage for that concert (male godesses included)! I used it to lead my journey with an old friend of humankind, who currently and on this side of the arbitrary border we drew only is allowed to live in the shadows. Thanks to him and your emotional songs, I now so much more understand the female perspective on romance and I am unimagenably thankful for this insight :)

[@kevinrbarker]

Saw Ravi in New Delhi in 1988, lucky to get tickets. He's a god in India...

[@AshokanandMaharaj-x5l]

जय हो जय हो जय जय

[@muhammadsharief5655]

Voice of the moon🥰🥰🥰

[@zarimohammadinia2120]

Thank you so much for such feeling in your playing, bravooooo, dear Ms. Shankar