It is my impression that this guy, Ravi Shankar, is to the sitar what Jimi Hendrix is to the guitar. I have a few of Ravi Shankar's many albums. Listen to some of his works and I think you'll see what I am talking about when I say he is a legend. Or just watch the video and you can see that he is truly a rock star, a rock star of another time and place, but clearly a rock star! And, unlike Hendrix, he is still alive and playing music at the age of 90, and still building on to his immense legacy. He is truly an inspiration all around.
By the way, I am guessing "Raga Rangeela Piloo" was written earlier than 2002, but then again maybe not. I cannot find any recordings or references to it other than the BBC "Ravi Shankar – In Portrait" video. Also unfortunately all the online videos of it cut off at the end, so if you want the thrilling conclusion, you'll just have to get the DVD!
If you Hendrix & Shankar fans are now jonesing for more here is another from the same concert entitled "Raga Anandi Kalyan":
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