Ravi Shankar, Transitions at 92

The world has been forever-impacted by this talented, passionate, daring, loving spirit.  His music is considered by many, including me, a conduit.  The mathematical beauty of his music is inspirational and healing.

He introduced North America to Hindustani music; a true sitar virtuoso.  He is survived by his wife Sukanya and his daughters, Norah Jones (singer) & Anoushka Shankar Wright (sitarist) with her husband, Joe Wright; 3 grandchildren, and 4 great-grandchildren.  You can read a lovely obituary and tribute here.

When I did a news search on him, these were the first 3 healines to appear:

USA Today: Indian sitar virtuoso Ravi Shankar dies

CNN: Sitar legend Ravi Shankar, father of Norah Jones, dies at 92

WashingtonPost:  Ravi Shankar, Grammy-winning Indian sitar virtuoso, dies at 92

Ravi and his daughter, Anoushka:

George Harrison and Ravi during a sitar lesson:

 

I will always consider you in high regard, sir. Thank you for your contributions and your beauty. You will always have a special place in my life & my heart and the lives & hearts of many I know and don't know.

Namaste guru.

Shambhala

I know it doesn't look like any fun, but I volunteered anyway. No alcohol is allowed. I think there should be more "no alcohol" concerts! It positively impacts the entire vibe.

I had wanted to share photos from Shambhala, but I only took this one...around 6 am the morning before the festival. This was before most of the crowds arrived. Instead of taking a shot in panoramic view once the crowds arrived, I enjoyed sharing food, drinks, dancing, hugs, massages, philosophy and love with everyone around instead.

I had an amazing time and would happily go again.

P.S. This is not a place to bring children.