Ghazal king Jagjit wows Bangalore

September 11, 2006
Bangalore is commonly known as the hub of rock music in India. But this weekend they were treated to a soft, soothing ghazal concert—by none other than the king of ghazals , Jagjit Singh.

The ghazal maestro sang to music enthusiasts this weekend at Ambedkar Bhavan in the city.

Besides getting a chance to hear him sing, the fans also picked up some tips from the legend at a ghazal workshop that followed.

Some of them could barely conceal their excitement. "I have been singing ghazals and I have been brought up listening to his voice, it was always about Jagjit Singh," said one of the participants.

"In this workshop, he made us do riyaz (practice) and learn how to sing a ghazal ," said another participant.

Clearly the students were thrilled but what about the teacher? "The students were very good," praised Singh.

In the end, the session seemed to be as rewarding an experience for the ghazal king, as it was for his followers.

"Yes, my music is very simple that is why it appeals to the young people. It is not complicated otherwise you cannot communicate," explained Singh.