Himalayan News Service

Kathmandu, March 20:

Music might have been food for love in the literary world, but it appears it is likely to turn into fodder for peace, given the efforts coming from a couple. Today marked the first day of what appeared to be a start of the first long innings with music maestros and beginners alike, with Sunita Mishra and Vijay Shankar Mishra promising the beginning of a series of classical music sessions. “The whole idea is about exploring the limits we can go to. Maybe, we could gather enough of a following to do more in the field of promotion of classical music,” said Vijay Mishra, amid the rendition of Rag Bhairav.

The venue was the auditorium of Everest Books in the premises of Baber Mahal Revisited a place which is evolving as a classy destination, regardless of time. Rag Bhairav, of course, is “played before noon and like all other soulful ragas, is known to have definite impact.”

Music is known to leave one tapping one’s feet, humming a tune or sobbing just in case the bhajan is a real soul-stirrer. This was proved indelibly by Sunita Mishra by singing a Ram bhajan based on Rag Bhairav. Vijay said conflict in society can be allayed by music and music alone. “Among others, music is known to create positive impact on listeners and create positive atmosphere,” Vijay said, adding “what is also washed away is the negativity.”