Vishnu R
About me
Bangalore, India
Vishnu R is an award-winning virtuoso Indian - Jazz Fusion performer, multi-instrumentalist and inventor of the unique 9-string instrument NAVTAR (patented). He is a Fellow of the US Govt State Department 'OneBeat Program', Mentor of the British Council India-UK Exchange program and has collaborated with leading GRAMMY-winning artists. He is a Grade 8 distinction holder from the Trinity College of Music, London
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Project Music
Kites
Every Kite tells a story - a story of childhood, memories, love, laughter & celebration. Like us, Kites come in different shapes, sizes, colors & forms - but ultimately they are unified by and celebrated for their differences. That is the beauty of Kites. Especially in the context of race, creed, gender, LGBTQ+ & culture - Can our lives be celebrated for their differences? Can we be more accepting & forgiving? This song, a collaboration between India, Cameroon & Kazakhstan tells us - "Together, we will be the guiding light". We are those Kites.
- African
- Alternative
- Classic Rock
- Easy Listening
- Fusion
- Indian
- Indie Pop
- Jazz
- Jazz-Pop
- Jazz-Rock
- Pop
- Rock
- Vocal
- World
- Singer
- Singer-songwriter
- Whistling / Humming
- Electric piano
- Piano
- Synthesizer
- Acoustic guitar
- Bass guitar
- Classical guitar
- Electric guitar
- Guitar
- Harp guitar
- Navtar
- Bass drum
- Cajon
- Clapped hands
- Cymbals
- Drum set
- Percussion
- Rattle
- Snare drum
- India
Água Vem Água Vai
The Water cycle is the cycle of life itself, and there is not much time left to make up for the disastrous way we deviated and influenced it, as well as the cycle of life. Water should be treated as a sacred deity, being everyone's grace and right to have, but also a universal duty in preservation. Population growth, human conscience, lifestyle, development, and agricultural practices will tell if Water will be available in the future, as it still is today.
- Fusion
- Hip Hop / Rap
- New Age
- Ritual
- Traditional / Folk
- World
- Background vocals
- Chanting
- Rapping
- Singer-songwriter
- Whistling / Humming
- Classical guitar
- Kyl-Kobyz / Kobyz
- Navtar
- Adufe
- Sampler
- India
- Kazakhstan
- Kenya
SiMchezo
SiMchezo is a motivational, call to action song, in 3 languages – Kannada (Indian), Swahili (African) & English. The world, though most of the times fair; Opportunities are not always equal, especially for women & children. You must believe in yourself and fight for your own rights and the equal rights & opportunities for your fellow Human beings. The Ray of Light is looking to shine on you - Find it and carve your own destiny! Non-violence and peaceful protest is important, it is time to make your voice heard NOW! This is your Legacy.
- African
- Alternative
- Blues
- Classic Rock
- Easy Listening
- Funk
- Fusion
- Improvisational
- Indian
- Indie Pop
- Jazz-Rock
- Oriental
- Pop
- R&B / Soul
- Rock
- Traditional / Folk
- Vocal
- World
- Chanting
- Choir
- Scat
- Singer
- Singer-songwriter
- Vocal ensemble
- Vocal percussion
- Electric organ
- Electric piano
- Organ electric
- Synthesizer
- Acoustic guitar
- Bass guitar
- Classical guitar
- Electric guitar
- Guitar
- Harp guitar
- Navtar
- Steel guitar
- Bass drum
- Clapped hands
- Cymbals
- Djembe
- Drum set
- Frame drum
- Percussion
- Snare drum
- Tabla
- Tambourine
- India
- Switzerland
- Tanzania
Beyond Humanity
This Epic Rock Ballad in three languages – Urdu (Indian), English and Portuguese, explores deep and profound issues of Life and Humanity, that We are all One and the Same, in flesh & blood. In what can be described as powerful poetry and story-telling through music, this song takes the listeners on a transcendental journey, continuously reinforcing the social message that ‘We are One World, We are One Humanity’, and ultimately leading to a powerful crescendo, climax and realisation that ‘We must Set the Truth Free!
- Classical
- Classic Rock
- Fusion
- Improvisational
- Indian
- Instrumental
- Jazz-Rock
- Oriental
- Rock
- Traditional / Folk
- Vocal
- World
- Background vocals
- Chanting
- Singer-songwriter
- Vocal ensemble
- Vocal percussion
- Electric piano
- Organ electric
- Piano
- Acoustic guitar
- Bass guitar
- Classical guitar
- Electric guitar
- Harp
- Navtar
- Steel guitar
- Violin
- Adufe
- Bass drum
- Chimes
- Cymbals
- Drum set
- Frame drum
- Percussion
- Snare drum
- India
- Portugal
- Switzerland
Paradox
Life is conflict in motion. Beneath all the layers & masks we are One. Paradox is full of musical surprises: consonance-dissonance, poly-rhythms, staccato-legato, masculine-feminine & sonic expectation vs reality. Based in the Indian Raga Kiravani this song is in a rare & challenging 18/8 time signature, exploring interesting cross-beat subdivisions of 18, 9, 6, 4.5 & 3. Inverted harmonies, mirror phrases & themes, creative combo of cultures, instruments & textures are the highlight. Yet, beneath all the layers, this song is enjoyable & groovy!
- Fusion
- Improvisational
- Indian
- Instrumental
- Jazz
- Jazz-Rock
- New Age
- Vocal
- World
- Scat
- Singer
- Vocal percussion
- Piano
- Bass guitar
- Guitar
- Harp
- Harp guitar
- Navtar
- Cajon
- Clapped hands
- Drum set
- Bansuri
- Flute
- Venu
- India
- Switzerland
Moksha
Play
- Award Winner
- Album Track
‘Moksha’ in Indian philosophy is the ultimate liberation from conflicts. To me this song is born out of a musical and spiritual conflict. As a guitarist with deep love for both traditional Indian and Western music, I’ve had to earn my freedom a) physically & musically in mastering multiple genres through instrument innovation, and b) socially & emotionally, breaking free of opinion and expectations of purists and traditionalists and carving my own path. ‘Moksha’ is my voice of liberation and ultimately a song that transcends musical boundaries.
- Fusion
- Improvisational
- Indian
- Instrumental
- Jazz
- New Age
- Vocal
- World
- Scat
- Singer
- Piano
- Bass guitar
- Guitar
- Harp
- Harp guitar
- Navtar
- Slide guitar
- Darbuka
- Drum set
- Percussion
- Tabla
- Bansuri
- Venu
- India
- Switzerland
The Big Picture
“The Big Picture” is inspired by the feeling when, in the midst of a raging conflict, you suddenly catch a glimpse of the bigger picture. At that moment, everything falls into place and starts to make sense. You realize how insignificant it is to hold on to the struggle. This song embodies the feeling of confidence and strength that comes over you when you suddenly know what you can do. Each of the four artists involved brings their own unique touch to this composition, creating a colorful blend of Jazz and classical Indian music.
- Fusion
- Indian
- Instrumental
- Jazz
- Vocal
- World
- Singer
- Electric piano
- Synthesizer
- Acoustic guitar
- Drum set
- Flute
- India
- Italy
- Switzerland
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