For the implementation of a Foundation Project by IFA that investigates the Banarasi bandish as a rich site of lyrical, musical, and archival inquiry, unpacking its layered poetic and sonic textures through creative experimentation and critical reflection. Through writing, composition, collaboration, and performance, the project reimagines the bandish as both a living archive and a generative musical form. The outcomes of this project will include experimental audio tracks based on the Banarasi bandish, baithak-style concerts that blend traditional and reimagined performances, and a bilingual website serving as a living archive of compositions, narratives, and sonic responses. The Project Coordinator’s deliverables to IFA, along with the final reports, will include: the audio tracks, concert documentation, and the website. Projects funds will pay for contract fees, travel and living, and performance.
