"Music and rhythm find their way into the secret places of
the soul..." Plato
The impact of music on human psyche can
never be fully comprehended. Music has the power to inspire, ability to change
moods and bring about social revolution. It's everywhere in nature. Hence the
idea that music may predate language is not shocking. A culture's music
reflects its every aspect. Bengal has a wealthy musical heritage. As many
scholars and exponents believe, music in this part of the world was perhaps
formed as an expression of devotion. Most songs glorified some deity or
mythological accounts, while some depicted lifestyles of different classes.
However, all that changed in last two hundred years.