S. D. BURMAN: THE WORLD OF HIS MUSIC

A golden voice capable of making one stop in ones tracks, an uncanny understanding of audience expectation and an astute ability to create something original using various musical techniques and genres-these are some of the characteristics that defi ned Sachin Dev Burman, ovingly referred to as SD. One of the greatest artists to have risen on the Indian musical fi rmament and captivated the imagination of millions, SDs musical talent was appreciated by connoisseurs and commoners alike. Combining folk and classical styles, SD gave the world a form of music that could be the both the boatmans and the ustads own. In S. D. Burman: Th e World of His Music, Khagesh Dev Burman paints a vivid picture of Sachin-kartasife, delving into his childhood, things that shaped his character and musical talent, the days of struggle-and the rise of the maestro. Complete with detailedists of his songs and analyses of his unique style and music, this book is one that every musicovers shelf should boast of.