The Score Magazine August 2021 issue | Page 38

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Conversation with

Priya Darshini

Who snags a Grammy nomination for their debut album , written and recorded live in twelve days in a Brooklyn church ? Mumbai-born , New York-based songstress Priya Darshini , that ’ s who .
Her debut album Periphery was nominated in the Best New Age Album category , a bit of news that hit her even before she ’ d had her morning coffee . Yet , Priya Darshini continues to approach music with the same grace that illuminates every song in Periphery , caressed by majestic strings , wistful dulcimer and effervescent vocals that shimmer between Indian classical with western influences .
Post the Grammys , she catches up with The Score Magazine to offer her impressions of a massive accomplishment , her artistic path and what inspires , motivates and enlightens her .
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