Quotes from Shankar Mahadevan

My basic grammar is in Indian classical music, Carnatic music, and Hindustani music, but I don't believe that that is the only form of music I will learn. I don't believe in that, because I am a very open minded person.

While the concert is instant communication with the audience, composing is a creative process where a song comes up out of nowhere and then transmits happiness to many, translates into money, fame, or whatever.

I feel there is a song for every occasion, and India is a land full of music.

Lataji defines the sound of Indian music, and I always had a secret desire of recording with her at least once.

Aartis and spiritual songs never get dated.

Music is the highest form of communication.

'My Country, My Music' is about bringing music in languages like Tamil, Telegu, Kannada, Malyalam, and Marathi together. It's about bringing musical genres together, different scenarios in which music is displayed in our country in one show.

There is always a musical exchange happening between me and my sons.

Fatherhood changed me as a musician.

Lots of musicians from non-filmi backgrounds and from independent bands are making it to mainstream cinema. Even the music directors are experimenting with different genres.

Music is my friend, my constant companion.

With 'Mirzya,' we went deep into folk music. The film, unfortunately, did not do well because it was not marketed well. But we got freedom to do the music the way we want.

There have been many music reality shows on Indian television, but 'Om Shanti Om' is fresh and unique in all aspects. The show is going to bring the young generation closer to our heritage and culture.

Music connects all of us universally!

Playing with words is like combining different notes in music.

I don't mind travelling to and fro from Navi Mumbai for work because the calm and serene atmosphere I enjoy here is unparalleled.

If some independent artists are using film as a medium to reach out to an audience, it should be promoted. Cinema is a popular medium and has a broad reach. There have been films with ghazals, classical and folk songs sung by local artists, which gave them popularity.

I always believe in using technology for a positive result.

Bollywood music is so international now, and our music has become global.

Ganesh Chaturthi is very close to my heart. The festival brings with it joy, love, and happiness for everyone.

Our sons are the next generation who are more clued into the new trends of music. So if I want to understand the vibe of the new generation, and if I want to stay relevant with time, they are my source of learning.

There is nothing wrong in electronic music or synthesised music.

I always believe that you have to give back what you have learnt.

When you have music in your life, you can never be lonely.