IN AN EXCLUSIVE interview with Rolling Stone India, the legendary A.R. Rahman opens up about the release of "The Unsung," the first of 16 tracks in collaboration with the all-female ensemble Firdaus Orchestra, an initiative of Expo City Dubai. Known for his innovative approach to music, Rahman discusses the inspiration and creative journey behind their latest series, a blend of traditional and contemporary sounds that traverse the themes of humanity, space, and love. Rahman takes us behind the scenes, sharing insights into the process, challenges, and the profound messages woven into each piece.
Rolling Stone India: What sparked the creation of your series with the Firdaus Orchestra, and why did you choose them for this venture?
A.R. Rahman: I've been given the privilege to compose for the fabulous Firdaus Orchestra, with its 56 members from 28 nationalities. These musicians have really evolved since we founded them three years back. Throughout the series, each piece is actually trying to bring the artistry of solo musicians and the orchestra.
So the challenge was to see how you can integrate a very orchestral, western kind of a music and also have a hybrid possibility of blending both Arabic, Indian, and western classical. The first piece we're releasing is called "The Unsung."
"Unsung" is actually a tribute to all the people who are behind the scenes doing great things like your parents, your teachers, people who help each other without needing to put a post or Instagram post about it.
It's about celebrating not just our friends but also doctors, nurses, and others we seldom celebrate. That's why they are called unsung and this piece actually kind of celebrates their integrity, the purity and love.
How did the idea for this project begin, and what was the journey like from concept to completion?
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