Meri Pasand – A soothing music from Mehdi Hassan

This CD comes under the series “Sur Ki Koi Seema Nahin”(music transcends the horizons). Meri Pasanad (Vol.1) is a fabulous CD by Mehdi Hassan. The CD begins with the popular Bandish “Ranjish Hi Sahi” in Rag Yaman. This song floats beautifully and each phrase is given a fine treatment by Hassan. The song “Tanha Tanha” is sung gently, embellished with some soft strokes. And, it sort of puts the mind to ease. “Tune Yeh Phool Jo Zulfon Saja Rakha Hai” contains some lovely lyrics and is rendered elegantly.

“Baat Karni Mujhe Muskil” in Rag Pahadi is a fantastic presentation. One is reminded of old time melodies. Next comes a crisp alaap in rag Kirvani. “Shola Tha Jal Buja”(Kirvani) brings out a sober note. “Lagi Re Lagan” is a fine song and comes out well in Hassan’s absorbing voice. The CD is priced at Rs.199/-