Salim Merchant, in conversation With Salman Ali
By Salim Merchant
Another track elevated to perfection, this time around we are deconstructing a song out of the latest album Bhoomi 2021, Ghar Aao Na. The original song sung by inimitable Sunidhi Chauhan.
Join us in this live, interactive masterclass to learn how Salim Merchant:
1. Structure Behind Ghar Aao Na
The idea behind various parts of the composition, the opening, prelude, verses and so on.
2. Instruments In The Track
This is a multi-genre track that uses some traditional instruments like Sitar and Tabla, along with a more EDM-like backing. The singing is a purely contemporary style. This song, as well as many other songs in the Bhoomi album, falls into similar multi-genre category.
3. Coming together of Ghar Aao Na
The entire mix, laying out of various parts, automation, the entire engineering aspect of making of the song.
This masterclass is a must-watch for any music producers willing to go the extra mile to create a playlist that requires a repeat!
This is going to be an interactive masterclass. As and when you register, do drop in a question with anything specific you maybe looking to learn, we'll ensure that Salim ji addresses those questions for sure. In the masterclass page, find the "Ask a question" section.
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About the Artist
Emmies, Filmfare Awards, IIFA wins, you name it. Salim Merchant’s is a name to behold when it comes to contribution to music, even in Cinema. With an unimaginable amount of good work in the industry, he’s left his mark on it with poise and sheer effort.
One half of Salim-Sulaiman, the duo has composed music for Chak De! India, Kurbaan, Rab Ne Banadi Jodi, Band Baaja Baraat, to check off just a fraction of their work in cinema. Besides, their work on the stage version of classic Umrao Jaan has been appreciated around the world. They've also been called upon to forge the Fifa World Cup Anthem!
On LivDemy, Salim Merchant brings along his expertise in musicianship, music production, music composition, live performances in various genres, including Mainstream music, Traditional, Sufi, Folk, Fusion and Modern music.
Classes by the Artist
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