Nanda (To My Mother)

Nanda (To My Mother) is a composition featured on the album Arkeology, released in 2006. The track appears as the second piece on the record with a duration of 3 minutes and 42 seconds. Indian percussionist and composer Trilok Gurtu collaborated with the Italian ensemble Arkè String Quartet on this recording. The album was issued under the label Promo Music in CD format.

The work blends elements of Indian classical traditions with Western chamber music, reflecting Gurtu’s cross-genre approach. The Arkè String Quartet contributed string arrangements, while Gurtu provided percussion and compositional direction. The album Arkeology explores thematic connections between improvisation and structured composition, with Nanda (To My Mother) serving as a dedicated piece within this framework.

Limited documentation exists regarding the specific recording sessions or live performances associated with this track. The album’s production details, including studio locations and additional personnel, remain partially undocumented in widely accessible sources. The title references a personal dedication, though no further contextual narrative accompanies the release.

Promo Music distributed the CD in 2006, targeting audiences interested in fusion and contemporary classical interpretations. The tracklist of Arkeology includes other collaborative works, but Nanda (To My Mother) stands as one of the shorter compositions on the record. The album’s reception and commercial performance are not extensively recorded in public archives.