Series synopsis
Harmony with A. R. Rahman is a documentary television series that premiered on Prime Video on August 15, 2018. It ended on August 15, 2018. It stars A.R. Rahman.
Harmony with A.R Rahman' is a curated exploration of the past and future of Indian music through the eyes of A. R. Rahman. India’s rich musical heritage is viewed through the prism of four specially curated instruments and vocal traditions, selected in order to represent the geographic and historic diversity of the country. The series will examine the traditions, the musicians and the locations.
Premise
Harmony with A.R Rahman' is a curated exploration of the past and future of Indian music through the eyes of A. R. Rahman. India’s rich musical heritage is viewed through the prism of four specially curated instruments and vocal traditions, selected in order to represent the geographic and historic diversity of the country. The series will examine the traditions, the musicians and the locations.
Cast and characters
Leading cast
- A.R. Rahman as Self
Episodes
This series spans 1 season with 5 episodes.
| Season | Episodes | First aired | Last aired |
|---|---|---|---|
| Season 1 | 5 | August 15, 2018 | August 15, 2018 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Entering the Kalari As A R Rahman sets out on his search for rare Indian sounds he starts close to home, in the tranquility of Kerala. At the Kerala Kalamandalam, just outside Thrissur, he discovers the Mizhavu, a temple drum, whose striking, powerful sounds accompany the performance art of Koodiyattam. Featuring Kalamandalam Sajith Vijayan, an artist who strongly believes that it is a divine force. |
August 15, 2018 |
| 2 |
Looking at the Swar In the bustling suburb of Navi Mumbai, Maharashtra, A R Rahman encounters the ancient, classical musical instrument, Rudra Veena. The haunting tones of the Rudra Veena form the background for this episode, as we learn what it takes to preserve a centuries old heritage. The episode features Ustad Mohi Baha’uddin Dagar, who practices this instrument in the Dhrupad tradition. |
August 15, 2018 |
| 3 |
Listening to Nature In India's north eastern state of Manipur there exists a rich and colourful tradition of folk song, collectively called the Khunung Eshei. In this episode A R Rahman experiences and learns more about this infectious and vibrant art form. Featuring the powerful voice of Lourebam Bedabati, one of the champions of Khunung Eshei, who has found her purpose in reviving this dying tradition. |
August 15, 2018 |
Production
Release
| Original network/platform | Prime Video |
|---|---|
| First aired | August 15, 2018 |
| Last aired | August 15, 2018 |
| Status | ended |