Bangladeshi musical sensation, Bappa Mazumder has released a new album on the occasion of Bangla New Year which is the first complete Rabindra Sangeet album in his career.
Mazumder’s 11th solo till date, called Bendhechi Amar Pran, included a launching ceremony which was held yesterday at a restaurant in the capital’s Bailey Road area.
Song titles on the album include “Amaro Parano Jaha Chay,” “Aami Chini Go Chini,” “Tumi Kon Kanoner Phool,” “Bhalobese Sokhi,” “Emano Dine Tare Bola Jay,” “Ami Tomar Songe Bendhechi Amar Pran,” “Purano Sei Diner Kotha” and “Mone Ki Dwidha.” The singer himself has composed music for all the songs.
Regarding this album, Bappa said: “I have composed the music of Tagore songs for several artists on various occasions previously. I had a wish to make a complete Tagore song album as well and I am delighted to make it feasible.”
Dedicating the album to his musician parents he added, “My mother would be happy if she saw me releasing this album. She had a wish as well that I bring out an album on Tagore songs.”
The album, presented by Brac Bank Limited and marketed by Girona Bangladesh, is available at outlets of Deshal and also at rokomari.com