Amjad Ali Khan Says Wife Subhalakshmi’s Vocal Debut ‘Deeply Personal’

MUMBAI- Sarod maestro Amjad Ali Khan’s wife, Subhalakshmi Borooah Khan, is making her vocal debut with the album ‘Chants for Unity’.

“I am especially delighted that my wife, Subhalakshmi Borooah Khan, makes her vocal debut with this album,” Amjad Ali Khan said.

“Her voice brings an intimate and deeply personal dimension to these sacred chants. I hope this music reminds us that beneath all our differences of language, culture and belief, the human spirit remains one,” he added.

“This vocal journey has been deeply personal for me. To be able to lend my voice to these sacred compositions and be part of an album that carries such a beautiful message of unity is truly special,” Subhalakshmi Borooah Khan said.

“Music and prayer have always had a very intimate place in my heart and this experience has allowed me to bring those two worlds together. I feel grateful to have shared this journey with my husband and sons, Amaan and Ayaan. I hope these chants bring peace, love and a sense of harmony to everyone who listens,” she added.

The album features nine tracks, with Subhalakshmi Borooah Khan providing vocals on five sacred compositions — ‘Navagraha Shlokam’, ‘Krishna Stuti’, ‘Shantakaram’, ‘Ya Devi Sarvabhooteshu’ and ‘Lakshmi Stuti’.

‘Chants for Unity’ also brings together the entire family, with sarod players Amaan Ali Bangash and Ayaan Ali Bangash and their father, Amjad Ali Khan, conceiving and composing the album.

Amaan Ali Bangash and Ayaan Ali Bangash said they were particularly moved by their mother’s vocal debut.

“Hearing her sing adds something incredibly intimate and beautiful to the project. For us, this album is ultimately a celebration of devotion, love and the belief that music can transcend every boundary,” they said. (IANS)