SaReGaMaPa Finale

The last few weeks have not been very encouraging for me. I fell ill with a sore throat. Though I recovered not long after, but the hoarseness lingered and continues until today. It did not make it easy for me. I had to completely cut down on my practice. With three songs to prepare (not to mention the group song), I strongly felt that I could not practice much if at all.

Fortunately my voice did not break during my semi-final performance like I had apprehended. I could see my music teacher Shuchita from the stage and the satisfied expression on her face made me feel good while delivering my performance. Also there were a few other girls from my music class who were sitting in the audience and who I respect as good singers. Their gestures during my performance and their comments later were very encouraging as well. Also I am happy I could sustain this whole episode-I had almost lost my voice a few days back. Talk about timing or rather mistiming!

Nevertheless, this experience was amazing. I loved practicing my songs whenever I could and discovering the subtle renditions every time I sang. I loved getting the hang of the song Mere Dholna from Bhool Bhulaiyaa. I had first heard Anwesha perform this song in the Chote Ustad Finale. I wish I could have sung this one in the finals. I believe I could have done justice to the song.

Some of the results of the contest were expected but I have to admit that there were a few surprises as well! Although all in all, it was a very humbling as well as an inspiring experience to hear so many good performances out there. Each participant had his/her unique nuances. This contest reinforced my thoughts on my own musical strengths while at the same time being an eye opener for me on areas that I need to work on. I am very happy that I was given an opportunity to prepare for and participate in this event. The Finale is finally over but this is not the end, it's just the beginning and I am so looking forward to it! :-)