Besides the album release, the program was organized to bid farewell to Counselor (Development) & Consul-CIDA Representative Ed Doe and his wife Pilar Doe, who are leaving Nepal after the completion of Ed’s four-year tenure.[break]
Ani sang four songs at the event, of which two were Tibetan prayers and two were penned by lyricist Durga Lal Shrestha. She was supported by Gopal Raisaily on guitars and Pratap KC on flute. The trio created a soothing ambience and enthralled the audiences.
Before the program, Ani felicitated Doe couple and guitarist Stebe Tibbets, who helped her to become successful in international music scene.
Prior to singing her much-loved song ‘Phool Ko Ankha Ma’ she remembered late Girija Prasad Koirala who used to enjoy the song.
“Koirala referred to me as his daughter and he often told me he would turn into a monk if he kept listening to me,” Ani said, adding, “Looking at the present political scenario, I wish I could turn some politicians into monk.”
Ani has toured extensively to Europe and North America where her hymns and chants are liked by many. She is the founder of Aryatara School (for nuns) in Pharping.
Champaran Blues made public
Youth writer Roshan Sherchan’s collection of essays “Champaran Blues” was made public at the Academy Hall, Kamaladi, Kathmandu on Tuesday.
This is the eighth book published by Orchid Books, the publisher, since its inception two years ago.
Speaking at the function, Govind Bartaman, writer and critic, said, “The book aims to portray hardships experienced by the people in the Nepali society.”
He added that the language in the essays is simple and yet powerful.
Khagendra Sangroula, writer and columnist, said the author has tried to reflect memories of his journey and experiences in the essays.
Singer Amrit Gurung, who was present at the function, read out an essay from the collection. The author also recited an essay to the audiences present at the event.
Lyricist Dinesh Adhikari at Paleti
Suraj and Meena of the Paleti team will lend their voices to songs penned by lyricist Dinesh Adhikari at nepa~laya’s ‘r’ sala on August 27.
Adhikari has been writing actively since 1975. He has worked with music legends like Narayan Gopal, Amber Gurung, Nati Kaji, and Gopal Yonzon.
He has also penned songs for Nepali films. Some of his popular songs are: “Timi Jun Raharle”, “Yo Samjhine Maan Chha”, “Sochejasto Hunna Jeevan” and “Timi Yasai Lajayau.”
Adhikari’s classic creations, including few unrecorded compositions, will be performed at the event.
“I am glad to perform at the event and I look forward to sharing my songs with all well-wishers,” said Adhikari.
Paleti coordinator Aavas said he is glad to have Adhikari at the event.
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