African beats and a spiritual high
drums
filled the Sunday morning air at the
Osho International Meditation Centre
as Indian percussionist
Yudi Dhawale
brought a powerful and moving performance to the premises. Yudi played African-style dancing drum beats that had the crowd swaying, spinning, and dancing. There was no set choreography, no instruction — just the energy of the beats guiding each person in their own dance.
Speaking about his performance and the vibe, Yudi shared, 'Drums are like the rhythm of the soul. Spirituality goes hand in hand with anything that has rhythm. It can be the sound of nature, or the humming of a bird.' The session was like a healing session for attendees amidst a calm, joyful, and alive atmosphere. Shanmukha Ankamanal, who attended the event, shared, 'The atmosphere was full of creativity and healing energy. The music was meditative to the ears and I was extremely pleased to have experienced that.'
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Bringing African drum music into an Indian spiritual setting was unusual, but the rhythm crossed all barriers of culture, language, background, and became something pure and powerful. As the final beat faded, there was a sense of peace in the air. Some sat quietly, others hugged, while few continued to sway.
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