It is now two weeks before my first tour of the year starts. I’m currently in the Herndon, VA area ready to begin a week of practicing with Snatam, Guru Ganesha, Manish Vyas, and Krishan. It has been a busy break with some huge plans in the works. I am currently spearheading a project to start a non-profit organization that would give funds to arts departments in public schools as well as lobby politicians to provide funding for the arts in our education system. I have written to all available politicians as well as many artists seeking support. This will be one of my big projects both on and off tour. I feel that even though playing music for others is a great service, it is not enough. I want to make sure that future generations have opportunities to be regularly exposed to the arts. I feel that arts education is the most crucial part of learning and that it is being lost very rapidly. I will post regular updates concerning the organization, its principles, and its development.
I am also working on a solo album with Krishan which we’re planning on releasing at the end of summer.
I woke up at 5AM Western time so that I could fly to DC, so I am now going to bid you adieu and update soon.
Robert said,
August 31, 2007 at 3:56 pm
I love you all so much.