Musical Retreat

Abhisek Bhadra is the academic director of Kathmandu Jazz Conservatory and a member of Jindabaad, Jooni, Cadenza Collective and has previously  worked with bands such as Atomic Bush, JCS Quartet to name a few.  He has composed and arranged works for Concertgebouw Jazz Orchestra, Voodrish, Decaphonics, AKOM ensemble and many more musical groups. Check out Jooni's music: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iQ9EkzndYOM https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c-yTP_IEiVU https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0N0DmKP7Imo Sano Prakash: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yZNCB70oL8Q Jindabaad- Rewind: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_pfx-bbZ3c8 01:08 Before and after musical moment 10:21 Atomic Bush 18:00 Early practicing habits 27:00 Applying to Codarts Rotterdam 49:15 Student life in Codarts 01:01:54 Dealing with self-doubt 01:08:57 Collaborative environment 01:16:10 The need to contextualize music education 01:35:16  Is studying music abroad worth it? 01:40:06  Resolving creative differences in a band 01:48:00  Not taking yourself too seriously 01:55:00  Compositional approach and how to go about making musical decisions 02:04:09 Overcoming and recovering from Neck hernia 02:25:44 Current practicing habits 02:29:58 Jazz music education in Nepal 02:40:00 Influence of Cadenza and Jazz at Patan 02:47:07 Recommendations Books that helped Abhisek dai recover: Sarno, John E.- Healing Back Pain: The Mind-Body Connection Sarno, John E. - The Divided Mind: The Epidemic of Mindbody Disorder The Great Pain Deception - Steven Ray Ozanich When the Body Says No - Gabor Mate In the Realm of Hungry Ghosts - Gabor Mate Like, follow and subscribe for more updates: https://www.instagram.com/musical.retreat/ https://www.facebook.com/pg/musicalretreatpodcast/ youtube.com/channel/UCZsgpIulxwgNvZI69hcQl9w

On this episode, Chhitij Kc talks about how he got started on drums, gigging experiences and issues that many bands face in the music scene. He also talks about his band Time Dilation and its musical aspirations. Hope you enjoy the show! Like, follow and subscribe for more updates: https://www.instagram.com/musical.retreat/ https://www.facebook.com/pg/musicalretreatpodcast/

When you've followed everyone's advice and still feel unsure about your actions, the only thing you can do and should do is follow your inner voice. That's what Rohit Bomzan has been doing his entire musical life. On this episode, singer/songwriter Rohit Bomzan candidly talks about how he got started, what makes him tick, and what's it making music with THE BRIDGE. Be sure to like, follow, and subscribe THE Bridge on Youtube. Check out my personal favorites: Eklai Nai Yaad Garidinu Like, follow and subscribe for more updates: instagram.com/musical.retreat/ facebook.com/musicalretreatpodcast/ soundcloud.com/musical_retreat/ youtube.com/channel/UCZsgpIulxwgNvZI69hcQl9w

On this episode, Sangam Tamang shares his love for Nepali folk music. We discuss two of the most popular Nepali folk songs- Sangini Geet and Purbeli Khyali.  For show notes visit: musicalretreat.com/episodes/ Send me your feedback: sanjay@musicalretreat.com Like, follow and subscribe for more updates: instagram.com/musical.retreat/ facebook.com/musicalretreatpodcast/ soundcloud.com/musical_retreat/

Am I good enough? Aru le k bhanla? How do I know myself? How do I get started on Fingerstyle guitar? On this episode, Nishant Acharya shares his story on how he got started, dealing with self-doubt, the nature of artistic pursuit, knowing who you are and digs deep into the questions that bug us on a regular basis as musicians. For show notes visit: musicalretreat.com/episodes/ Send me your feedback: sanjay@musicalretreat.com Like, follow and subscribe for more updates: instagram.com/musical.retreat/ facebook.com/musicalretreatpodcast/ soundcloud.com/musical_retreat/ youtube.com/channel/UCZsgpIulxwgNvZI69hcQl9w

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