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- Why old and not the new? Or Why old is gold?
- What is the difference – lyrics and music-wise?
- General question about plagiarism and piracy of music.
- Favorite song/singer/lyrics writer/music director and why?
- Do you think training is necessary or sufficient for being a good musician/artist?
- Quality of music in today’s movies – improving or worsening?
- Impact of talent competitions like Indian Idol?
- Evolution in the technology of music recording/composing
- If you listen to music on your phone and computer, then how do you download it? Isn’t it illegal?
- Difference between qawwali and ghazal, bhajans
- Sufi music and its significance
- first song of favorite singer, may be any special award won by them.
- Which do you give the most importance in a song – lyrics, melody, music or the voice?
- What are the benefits of music as such Why do you listen to music? – Relaxation, channelising emotions or appreciation of the art in general, etc.
- Specify the types of songs or music you listen to? Hindi, classical, Ghazals , Film songs, Western Rock, Jazz?
- Have a basic idea about types of music.
- Who is your favorite singer? Why do you like him / her ?
- What are Gharanas and their significance.
- What is the basic of music ? What is Sur, Raag ?
- A brief idea of music through ages , specially in Indian context – Bhakti Sangeet , Folk Music, Court Music, Sufi music etc.
- What is the reason for decline of regional / folk music ?
- Know and form an opinion about Reality Music Shows on television.
