Audience spell bound in Paleti by Aavaas

Kathmandu, June 27: It was like witnessing a seasoned player at his peak playing in his home ground as Aavaas mesmerized the audience at nepa~laya\'s theater \'r\' sala on Friday, 26th of June 2009. It was a well attended event with stalwart like ace poet Madhav Prasad Ghimire, Lyricist composer Bhim Birag and Dr. Ram Man Trishit.

Performing after a long interval, aavaas demonstrated his hold on the notes, rhythm and lyrics as he presented sixteen diverse songs. From romantic numbers to social message oriented ones; he kept the audience yearning for more even after three hours of singing.

"Although I still consider myself a student of music, I am very choosy when it comes to the lyrics and until I can identify with the words, I do not compose or sing",he said.

Most of the songs were his yet to be recorded compositions. He also enthralled the audience with Ambar Gurung and Bhim Birag\'s unheard melodies. Gurung\'s "Chamkira\'ko timi hera" and Birag\'s "Manmaya" were treat to the ears. Audience cheered with sheer joy at his live improvisations, playing with the lines in different notes and scales.

Paleti, started five years back with the sole aim of preserving the tradition of Nepali modern music has become a musical movement. It has been presenting artistes from Nepal and beyond who are committed to Nepali modern music.

Poet Teertha Shrestha appreciated the role played by Paleti.

"It has done a remarkable job to restore Nepali music."

Organized every last Friday of Gregorian calendar, Paleti will feature veteran Lyricist Dr. Ram Man Trishit on its July episode.

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