Riyaaz, Mizaaz are both crucial for a classical music career: Bangash bros

In a Q&A, Sarod-playing siblings Amaan Ali and Ayaan Ali also dwell on the need for blessings, or dua, in order for the craft to 'have some fragrance'

Sarod playing brothers Amaan Ali Bangash and Ayaan Ali Bangash are back with a new album--this time to support a social cause and create awareness for child abuse. Titled “We for Love” the Bangash siblings created this album to support Kailash Satyarthi’s “Justice for Every Child” campaign, proceeds of which will go to the Kailash Satyarthi Children’s Foundation. The album was unveiled at ‘Icons of India’ by The Leela, an initiative aimed at recognising India’s finest and the brand announced sarod virtuosos Amaan and Ayaan Ali Bangash as one of the icons. Edited excerpts:

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