Q. Who wrote The Sound of Music?
Ans. The chapter is adapted from writings by Deborah Cowley and P. R. S. Pillai in its two parts.
Q. Who is Evelyn Glennie?
Ans. Evelyn Glennie is a famous Scottish percussionist who achieved international recognition despite profound hearing loss.
Q. At what age did Evelyn begin to lose her hearing?
Ans. Evelyn began to lose her hearing when she was about eight years old.
Q. Who encouraged Evelyn to feel music through her body?
Ans. Percussionist Ron Forbes encouraged Evelyn to sense musical vibrations through different parts of her body.
Q. How did Evelyn learn to recognize musical sounds?
Ans. She learned to sense vibrations through her body, including her feet, skin and other parts, instead of relying only on hearing.
Q. Where did Evelyn study music?
Ans. Evelyn studied at the Royal Academy of Music in London.
Q. What does Evelyn Glennies life teach us?
Ans. Her life teaches us that determination, disciplined practice and suitable guidance can help people overcome serious obstacles.
Q. Why is Evelyn considered an inspiration?
Ans. She became an internationally acclaimed percussionist despite severe hearing impairment and inspired others through her perseverance.
Q. Who was Bismillah Khan?
Ans. Bismillah Khan was a celebrated Indian shehnai maestro who helped bring the instrument to international prominence.
Q. Where was Bismillah Khan born?
Ans. Bismillah Khan was born in Dumraon, Bihar, in 1916.
Q. What instrument did Bismillah Khan play?
Ans. He played the shehnai, a traditional Indian wind instrument.
Q. Who was Ali Bux in Bismillah Khans life?
Ans. Ali Bux was Bismillah Khans maternal uncle and a shehnai player associated with the Vishnu temple in Benaras.
Q. Where did Bismillah Khan practise the shehnai?
Ans. He practised at temples in Benaras and on the banks of the River Ganga.
Q. What role did the River Ganga play in Bismillah Khans musical development?
Ans. The peaceful surroundings of the Ganga inspired him and became an important part of his musical practice and creative life.
Q. What historic performance did Bismillah Khan give in 1947?
Ans. He played the shehnai at the Red Fort on 15 August 1947, the day India became independent.
Q. Which major civilian honour did Bismillah Khan receive in 2001?
Ans. He received the Bharat Ratna, Indias highest civilian award, in 2001.
Q. How did Bismillah Khan contribute to Indian classical music?
Ans. He elevated the shehnai from its traditional ceremonial role to a respected instrument for classical concert performance.
Q. Why was Bismillah Khan deeply attached to India?
Ans. He was deeply connected to his homeland, Benaras, the River Ganga and Indian musical traditions.
Q. What common quality connects Evelyn Glennie and Bismillah Khan?
Ans. Both showed exceptional dedication, discipline and commitment to music.
Q. What is the central message of The Sound of Music?
Ans. The chapter celebrates perseverance, devotion to music and the ability to overcome obstacles through talent and sustained effort.