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Mahalakshmi says, “I feel very privileged to be a part of this class. Sir ensures we enjoy the process of learning as much as we gain knowledge. Even though I don’t have much background in Hindustani music (as am Carnatic trained) he will explain in simple terms so that I can relate and grasp as much as possible. He is appreciative of small wins when we succeed. Also he has so many life experiences and memories to share that makes the journey very enjoyable for all of us. Based on the students skill sets he will ensure he makes them feel comfortable. I thoroughly enjoy this class and it’s great to meet so many people across India who are coming together with Sir on this learning journey. Hopefully we can make a sincere effort that we all will carry some part of the ghazal learning legacy with us and spread happiness through the great learnings that we have from Talat Sir.
Living far away from India, music brings us together.”

Sanjay says, “मेरे गुरु उस्ताद “तलत अज़ीज़” साहब, मैं अपने आपको बेहद खुशकिस्मत समज़ता हु, की आपने मुझे आपकी ऑनलाइन कैशा मैं ग़ज़ल सिखने के काबिल समझा,आप एक बेहतरीन कलाकार के साथ एक बेहतरीन इंसान हैं, आप बेहद संवेदनशील इंसान हैं, आप अपने स्टूडेंट्स को समज़ने की क्षमता रखते हैं, आप को हम गुरु के रूप में पाकर धन्य हैं.
(आप मेरे लिए खुदा का रूप हो”

Arun says, “Every Dark Cloud does have a silver lining! Amidst all gloom and doom of covid and the negative stories throughout the world, the 90+ mins spent every Saturday evening remains a treasure chest that keeps growing ! The opportunity to experience a true legend in the world of Ghazal gayaki has been truly amazing- every minute being one greater than the other! Talat sir, apart from being an exemplary musician comes across as a wonderful human being who deserves all and more of accolades for the respect he shows towards his craft as well as his seniors! Thanks a lot to Rithwik foundation for the commitment to the cause of spreading musical joys! Looking forward to learn lot more.”

Aparna says, ” Its an amazing experience learning from a Ghazal Maestro Talat aziz ji which i did not have before.He has an art of teaching Difficult  ghazal gayaki in a simplified manner which is really commendable. Listening to his singing is a treat to ears always. Enjoy being in this batch with Sir and all other fellow singers. THANKS!”

Aashish says, ” Unbelievable! Never would I have imagined that I’d get to learn ghazal singing from the maestro Talat Aziz ji himself, who I’ve always been a huge fan of. I can’t thank RFPA enough for giving me the opportunity to be a part of this initiative. I’ll hope these classes continue forever and I keep learning from Sir.”

Ravleen says, “I am very grateful to Rithwik Foundation for providing me with this unique opportunity to learn Ghazal Gayaki from the Ghazal Maestro Shri Talat Aziz ji. This is also helping me further strengthen my Hindustani Classical Vocals training which I am undergoing under the able tutelage of Guru Smt. Aparna ji since the age of 8 years.”

Archana says, “I feel really lucky and blessed to learn under the Ghazal maestro Talat Aziz sir, which I’ve been wishing for since a few years. I would really want to thank Rithwik Foundation for this amazing opportunity. It’s a great platform for seekers like us to interact and learn from the maestros. Ghazal gayaki to me is a very difficult form of singing, has its own beauty. Very different from the other genres. I’ve always wanted to learn it. Getting this wonderful opportunity to learn the gayaki of the Legend Late Mehdi Hassan saheb, through his disciple, the maestro Talat Aziz ji himself was more than I could ask for.”