| Call of the Valley | 
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Avg. Customer Rating:   (based on 17 reviews)
Sales Rank: 49177
Category: Music
Artists: Shivkumar Sharma, Brijbushan Kabra, Hariprasad Chaurasia
Publisher: Blue Note Records
Studio: Blue Note Records
Manufacturer: Blue Note Records
Label: Blue Note Records
Media: Audio CD
Discs: 1
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.2
Dimensions (in): 5.6 x 5 x 0.5
UPC: 724383286720
EAN: 0724383286720
ASIN: B000005H0H
Release Date: August 1, 1995
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| Tracks:
| • | Ahir Bhairav/Nat Bhairav | | • | Rag Piloo | | • | Bhoop Ghara | | • | Rag Des | | • | Rag Pahadi | | • | Ghara-Dadra - Shivkumar Sharma, Kabra, Brij Bhushan | | • | Dhun-Mishra Kirwani - Shivkumar Sharma, Sharma, Shivkumar | | • | Bageshwari |
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| Customer Reviews: Read 12 more reviews...
 Timeless Classic! October 16, 2007
Years ago I wore out my old copy of this album on LP and was glad to see it back on CD. This album is as refreshing to hear now as it was the day it was released. The bonus tracks are wonderful additions!
This recording is a real testament of the artistry of Pandits Chaurasia, Sharma and Kabra that they were able to break new creative ground while remaining faithful to their Hindustani classical tradition. It remains on of the most approachable albums of Indian classical music for Indians and non-Indian alike. A family favorite!!
Unalloyed Pleasure. May 14, 2007
2 out of 2 found this review helpful
A real 'find' this one. I bought this via its inclusion in "1001 Albums To Hear Before You Die" and its discovery, alone, justifies the purchase of the book.
Although unmistakably Indian in origin(and is indeed classified as Indian classical music), the music is, nonetheless, instantly appealing in a way that reaches beyond national boundaries. Most people would be familiar with the Indian music of Sitar and Tabla. So perhaps the most immediately striking thing is the prominence of the Kashmiri Santoor(a hammered dulcimer) and flute which, along with Guitar and Tabla weave their, at times complex and at others simple, but always gorgeous patterns together.
The music is beautifully soothing and relaxing but never threatens to fall into muzak territory, rather it has a gentle intensity which focuses the listeners attention while allowing them to be carried off to some other place...It is also very engaging and never 'difficult'.
I certainly don't consider myself any sort of an expert on Indian classical music and some will tell you that there are greater works and finer examples of the form but most people would agree that this is an excellent introduction to the genre. But regardless of category It is certainly some of the most incredible music I have heard in a long time.
Simply the Best November 1, 2003
2 out of 3 found this review helpful
I am an ABCD. I used to think my parents were crazy when they tried to get me to listen to Classical Music. At the time I would have much rather listen to Hip Hop. But this one, I've been listening to everywhere, since I was in highschool. Its great car and study music. But the best part is, it prompted me to learn more about classical music, and develop my own tastes. Now I listen to original classical music, as well as fusion and remixed.
 A good intro to Indian classical music; but there are better March 9, 2003
12 out of 14 found this review helpful
The fourth star in this rating is as much for the historical importance of this album. Recorded in 1968, it was for many people the first introduction to Indian classical music, other than Ravi Shankar. In particular, it made Shivkumar Sharma and Hariprasad Chaurasia, then aged about 30 and on the cusp of great international careers, better known to audiences outside of India.I find the album itself to be enjoyable enough; however, it is not the first CD I reach for when I wish to enjoy quality Indian music. The problem for me is that Indian classical music at its finest sees the musicians improvising and exploring a Rag to its logical ends. A performance of a single Rag can easily last for at least an hour or more, but none of the tracks on this CD last for more than 12 minutes. Indeed, the original album was less than 40 minutes long, owing to the technological limitations of the day. In other words, the subtleties and complexities of the classical Rag cannot be given their due in a 6 to 12 minute performance. That being said, I still believe the perfomances are top notch and deserve listening. However, do not consider this to be the last word in Indian music.
A great introduction to Indian classical music February 9, 2003
14 out of 15 found this review helpful
If you are a newbie and planning to explore Indian classical music, then start with this album!
This recording, released in 1968, is the best selling Indian classical music album ever released in India. The choice of Ragas - which represent a shepherd's journey from morning to evening - is just excellent. The three instruments - the hundred-stringed Santoor that gives sounds of water flow, the soul-stirring Flute, and the innocent Hawaian Guitar - blend seamlessly and each artist gets equal 'musical space'. Indian classical music is steeped in spirituality and this album gives a quick but very effective introduction to the ocean of Indian music, especially to the uninitiated.
In addition to the five original tracks, this CD also has three more bonus solo tracks, one for each of the three musicians, as follows:
Mishra Kirwani Dhun - Shivkumar Sharma
Bageshree - Hariprasad Chaurasia
Gara Dhun - Brijbhushan Kabra
The most interesting thing about "Call Of The Valley" is that it marked the beginning of extremely successful musical journeys for three of India's greatest instrumentalists. And each of these musicians is a pioneer in his own instrument to the extent that their names have become synonymous with the respective instruments. Shivkumar Sharma and Hariprasad Chaurasia (Shiv-Hari) have produced major Santoor-Flute duets like "Jugalbandi", "The Valley Recalls (I & II)", "Rasadhara (I & II)", as well as more than 100 solo albums each!
HPR
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