Nazrul: Inspiring liberty and equality for all
August 31, 2009
Discussants at a programme observing the death anniversary of the National Poet were of the view that to uphold Nazrul’s legacy, we must reminisce him through everyday activities rather than pay homage to him only on special occasions.
The programme to observe the 33rd death anniversary of Kazi Nazrul Islam ended at the Poet Sufia Kamal Auditorium, National Museum on August 29. The concluding programme featured discussion, cultural programme and a prize giving ceremony.
Noted Nazrul Sangeet artiste and journalist Sadya Afreen Mallick was the chief discussant at the programme. She spoke on the topic “Nazrul Sangeet: Swadhinatar Prerona.”
In her speech, Mallick attributed Nazrul as a multi-faceted talent and said that the poet successfully carved a niche in the hearts of the masses through his ability to inspire both as a poet and a composer. She also said that Nazrul’s essence lies in the rebellious aspect of his nature and writing.
Mallick also informed that Nazrul wrote most of his patriotic songs between 1920 and 1926. In the 1920s, when the anti-Raj movement was in its peak, and Desh Bondhu Chittoranjan Das passed away, Nazrul wrote the legendary song “Karar oi louho kopat.”
Mallick also focussed on the impact of Nazrul’s inspirational songs during the major socio-political movements, including the Liberation War. She urged the authorities including Nazrul Institute and the media to emphasise the Rebel Poet’s lesser-known inspirational songs, numbering no less than 115, and popularise them among the masses.
Director general of Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy and chief guest at the programme, Kamal Lohani, agreed with Mallick and said, “It is obvious that Nazrul’s songs have been inspirational during national movements, and we have to carry on his legacy as it is our duty to convey his message to the young.”
Writer Abdus Shakur presided over the programme. In his speech Abdus Shakur said, “As a music composer, Nazrul was incomparable.”
Zikrur Reza Khanam, secretary, Nazrul Institute welcomed the audience, while Rashid Haider, executive director of the institute gave the vote of thanks.
The cultural programme started with a recitation of “Jodi aar banshi na bajey”, by Rezina Wali Lina. Artistes of Nazrul Institute performed a chorus of “Deshey deshy geye berai”. Members of the organisation of recitors, Pathshala, staged a production based on compilation of Nazrul’s writings, “Rudro Binaye Shey Ashey”. Mahmudul Hasan was the director of the production.
Among noted artistes, Khairul Anam Shakil, Sujit Mustafa and Yasmin Mushtari performed at the programme. Later the guests handed over awards to the winners of an essay writing competition and certificates to children who took part in a workshop.
Source: thedailystar.net
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