The flute is one of the oldest musical instruments, and the first wind instrument. With the utterance of the word ‘Flute’, one immediately recalls Lord Krishna. It is believed that the world was created through the beautiful sound of Lord Krishna’s flute, and since then Flute has been equated with freedom and love. A flute produces sound by the steady stream of air vibrating through it. The air stream around the holes of the instrument play with the air inside the hollow cavity of the flute, causing vibrations and ultimately producing sounds. No wonder that playing full fledged songs and music on this instrument must require thorough practice and a clear mindset. The presence of the flute and its music is now dominant. It is used in films, orchestras, bands, jazz, classical, folk, etc.
This versatile instrument requires skillful mastery to perfect the varied musical notes. A flutist not only blows the air but also has to control one’s breathing accordingly. Moreover, the instrument also needs to be held at correct angles. In this light, we bring you some beautiful flutists and their music.
O Sajna Flute Cover – Varun Kumar
Varun Kumar takes us on a nostalgic ride with his heart touching flute cover of ‘O Sajna’ by Salil Chowdhury and Lata Mangeshkar. Along with the music by Varun’s flute, we also get blends of tabla, sitar and key. Covering a song as beautiful as O Sajna, which was backed by Lata Mangeshkar’s vocals, is no doubt a very difficult task. However, Varun proves everyone wrong, and delivers a soulful cover. The cover has a merriment and calmness to it.
Krishna Theme – Lakhinandan Lahon
Lakhinandan Lahon, through his flute, has the ability to leave his listeners speechless. This Krishna Theme flute composition is just one example. All one can say is that he must be one of the reincarnations of Lord Krishna, to be able to produce this beautiful and hypnotizing flute music. It is divine, refreshing, and soulful. It is quite humanly impossible to not have goosebumps all over your body while listening to it.
Awaaz Do Humko Hum Kho Gaye – Divyansh Shrivastava
Another cover on an evergreen song, Awaaz Do Humko, by the flutist Divyansh Shrivastava. The music which Divyansh and his flute produce is angelic. It is the perfect instrumental to close your eyes to and listen during a beautiful downpour. The cover for sure has healing properties!
My Heart Will Go on Flute Cover – Rahul Krishnan
My Heart Will Go on holds a special place in almost everyone’s hearts. It is reminiscent of the famous movie Titanic and the love between Rose and Jack. The song is heavenly and beautiful, and Rahul Krishnan delivers this cover in all its truest essence. The cover is mystical and retains all the emotions attached to the song. An instrumental cover which is definitely one of the ‘on-loop’ covers.
