Renowned musicians Pt Bickram Ghosh and Pt Tejendra Narayan Majumdar stand in front of the Netaji cell at the Alipore Jail Museum, paying tribute to freedom fighters through instrumental music that transcends linguistic barriers. Collaborating on a video conceptualized by Mudar Patherya, they chose patriotic songs like Vande Mataram and Sare jahan se achha, along with Dhono dhanye pushpe bhora and O amar desher mati to highlight Bengal's contribution to the freedom struggle. By preserving the essence and details of these songs in their instrumental renditions, the musicians aim to evoke the same emotions and resonate with a national audience.We are trying to convey similar emotions through our music and the all-white attire we are wearing today. Bickram Ghosh explains that the music video aims to reach out to the youth and a global audience. How do these songs connect with a larger, national audience?

TNM: These songs reveal the genius of the composers. For example, a song like Utho go Bharata Lakshmi conveys a marching theme even without lyrics.

BG: Communication in instrumental songs takes a unique path. Emotions become personal without lyrics. Instrumental music offers the freedom to explore more, beyond language barriers.

The interior of the watchtower highlights the struggles of freedom fighters detained in the Cellular Jail, Port Blair.

Quotes:

Today's performance avoids any flashy patriotism displays. The showcased songs were created during India's search for a new identity, which we aim to emphasize. - Bickram Ghosh

Our national heroes were incarcerated here. Focusing on the emotional depth of patriotic songs through instrumental music is a fitting tribute. - Tejendra Narayan Majumdar

Neglecting our history diminishes our present identity. Our nation is shaped not only by the fight for freedom but also by our musical heritage. We are a blend of diverse cultural influences. - Bickram Ghosh

The experience at the venue, from the preliminary visit to the ongoing performances, is truly inexplicable. - Tejendra Narayan Majumdar

Mudar Patherya shares a perspective on Alipore Jail Museum, suggesting that shoes should not be worn there as it is sacred land.

Music & Venue:

1. Nehru Cell: Sare Jahan Se Achha

2. Netaji Cell: O amar desher mati

3. Watchtower: Dhono dhanyThe field is full of flowers, Open spaces: Salute Motherland