6 episodes

Every week the Musical Retreat podcast delves deep into the music making process through meaningful conversations with some of the most inspiring and insightful Nepali musicians. We talk about practicing, forging an individual path to become a better musician and various issues concerning the Nepali music industry.

Musical Retreat Sanjay Shrestha

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Every week the Musical Retreat podcast delves deep into the music making process through meaningful conversations with some of the most inspiring and insightful Nepali musicians. We talk about practicing, forging an individual path to become a better musician and various issues concerning the Nepali music industry.

    Abhisek Bhadra on Not Taking Yourself Too Seriously

    Abhisek Bhadra on Not Taking Yourself Too Seriously

    Abhisek Bhadra is the academic director of Kathmandu Jazz Conservatory and a member of Jindabaad, Jooni, Cadenza Collective and has previously  worked with bands such as Atomic Bush, JCS Quartet to name a few.  He has composed and arranged works for Concertgebouw Jazz Orchestra, Voodrish, Decaphonics, AKOM ensemble and many more musical groups.

    Check out Jooni's music:

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iQ9EkzndYOM

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c-yTP_IEiVU

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0N0DmKP7Imo

    Sano Prakash:

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yZNCB70oL8Q

    Jindabaad- Rewind:

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_pfx-bbZ3c8


    01:08 Before and after musical moment

    10:21 Atomic Bush

    18:00 Early practicing habits

    27:00 Applying to Codarts Rotterdam

    49:15 Student life in Codarts

    01:01:54 Dealing with self-doubt

    01:08:57 Collaborative environment

    01:16:10 The need to contextualize music education

    01:35:16  Is studying music abroad worth it?

    01:40:06  Resolving creative differences in a band

    01:48:00  Not taking yourself too seriously

    01:55:00  Compositional approach and how to go about making musical decisions



    02:04:09 Overcoming and recovering from Neck hernia

    02:25:44 Current practicing habits

    02:29:58 Jazz music education in Nepal

    02:40:00 Influence of Cadenza and Jazz at Patan

    02:47:07 Recommendations



    Books that helped Abhisek dai recover:

    Sarno, John E.- Healing Back Pain: The Mind-Body Connection

    Sarno, John E. - The Divided Mind: The Epidemic of Mindbody Disorder

    The Great Pain Deception - Steven Ray Ozanich

    When the Body Says No - Gabor Mate

    In the Realm of Hungry Ghosts - Gabor Mate


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    • 2 hr 50 min
    Chhitij Kc on Drums, Gigs and Bands

    Chhitij Kc on Drums, Gigs and Bands

    On this episode, Chhitij Kc talks about how he got started on drums, gigging experiences and issues that many bands face in the music scene. He also talks about his band Time Dilation and its musical aspirations. Hope you enjoy the show!

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    • 1 hr 29 min
    Rohit Bomzan on Songwriting and Inner Voices

    Rohit Bomzan on Songwriting and Inner Voices

    When you've followed everyone's advice and still feel unsure about your actions, the only thing you can do and should do is follow your inner voice. That's what Rohit Bomzan has been doing his entire musical life.

    On this episode, singer/songwriter Rohit Bomzan candidly talks about how he got started, what makes him tick, and what's it making music with THE BRIDGE.

    Be sure to like, follow, and subscribe THE Bridge on Youtube.

    Check out my personal favorites:

    Eklai Nai
    Yaad Garidinu

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    • 1 hr 34 min
    Introduction to Nepali Folk Music with Sangam Tamang

    Introduction to Nepali Folk Music with Sangam Tamang

    On this episode, Sangam Tamang shares his love for Nepali folk music. We discuss two of the most popular Nepali folk songs- Sangini Geet and Purbeli Khyali. 

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    • 32 min
    Nishant Acharya on Why You Need To Stay True To Yourself

    Nishant Acharya on Why You Need To Stay True To Yourself

    Am I good enough? Aru le k bhanla? How do I know myself? How do I get started on Fingerstyle guitar?

    On this episode, Nishant Acharya shares his story on how he got started, dealing with self-doubt, the nature of artistic pursuit, knowing who you are and digs deep into the questions that bug us on a regular basis as musicians.

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    • 1 hr 38 min
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