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Jul 2024
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1365: Self Discipline in Music & Bhakti ...

RAGHUNATH CAPPO & KAUSTUBHA DAS
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Alexandra Tirsu is recognized as one of the leading violinists of her generation and a devoted Bhakti-yogini. Here, Kaustubha interviews her about the intersection of her two worlds, that of Bhakti-yoga and the high pressure world as a solo violinist in classical music. Topics include….

•⁠  ⁠Feeling spirituality in music •⁠  ⁠Self discipline in music & Bhakti •⁠  ⁠The power of repetition in practice •⁠  ⁠The affection between teacher and student •⁠  ⁠How Bhakti helps one to negotiate high pressure environments

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