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Charu Suri

Ragas & Waltzes

self-released
Release Date: September 2, 2022

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1 Verona Waltz  
2 Vienna Waltz  
3 Waltz For My Father  
4 Raga Kalyani  
5 Raga Hemant  
6 Farewell Waltz  
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Charu Suri, has reinvented the classic European waltz and expanded the definition of her self-defined music genre: “Raga Jazz” on her latest album, “Ragas & Waltzes”. 

On the recording, she is the first Indian composer to work with the Preservation Hall Jazz Band in New Orleans by collaborating with their legendary drummer Joe Lastie.  Preservation Hall inspired Suri to start her own band just four years ago. This album brings her musical inspiration and the creation of her music full circle. “Working with Joe was a dream come true” says Charu.

Produced by Grammy® Award Winning, Lonnie Park, “Ragas & Waltzes” fuses the music of the East and the West with two raga-inspired compositions: the airy “Floating” with guitarist Noshir Mody, and Raga Hemant (version 2) with Native American flute performed by Al Jewer. 

The album is dedicated as a tribute to Charu’s father who passed away in December of 2021.

  • 'Verona Waltz' from Charu Suri's 'Ragas & Waltzes' makes JAZZIZ: Editors Choice
    Posted At: November 4, 2022 12:00 AM
    JAZZIZ writes….The editors of JAZZIZ have the good fortune of being able to listen to new music before it’s officially released in stores and streaming platforms. And because we’re always listening to new tunes, we always know just what to recommend. That’s why we’ll bring you a roundup of ten songs each Monday, featuring music from our favorite new albums, singles and other tunes that may have flown under ...
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  • 'The Book Of Ragas Volume II' reaches even deeper into Charu Suri's Indian roots, revealing more layers / All About Jazz
    Posted At: October 5, 2021 12:00 AM
    Creating musical history once again, Indian Jazz artist Charu Suri introduced her latest album-Book of Ragas Volume 2-to the world offering its cover illustration as an NFT.No other Indian Jazz artist has ever done this before. Few artists if any, have stepped into the NFT world. “I hope the NFTs become a way for artists to finally get what they deserve, said pianist and composer, Charu Suri of the Charu Su...
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