About Kautilya (The Echo Project)
Kautilya (The Echo Project) is a single-track Indian classical music release by Rishab Rikhiram Sharma, Naveen Kumar, and Anuradha Pal. The artists published the work on August 17, 2023. The release appears in digital media format and carries no associated record label.
Rishab Rikhiram Sharma performs on the sitar. Naveen Kumar plays the bansuri. Anuradha Pal provides percussion on the tabla. The single track, titled Kautilya (The Echo Project), spans the full duration of the release. The composition follows a raga structure but does not specify the raga in available documentation. The piece integrates alap, jor, and jhala sections characteristic of Hindustani classical music.
The artists designed the work as an experimental fusion of traditional instrumentation with ambient soundscapes. The track incorporates electronic textures and field recordings to create a layered auditory experience. The release marks part of The Echo Project, an ongoing series exploring intersections between classical Indian music and contemporary production techniques.
No additional metadata regarding recording location, production credits, or mastering details accompanies the release. The artists have not disclosed the total runtime of the track. The release remains available on major digital music platforms as of the publication date.