Kamal Ahmed’s New Tagore Album “Vora Thak Smritishudhay” launched

Kamal Ahmed has two identities. Many know him as an official of Bangladesh Betar. However, to any intimate listener of Rabindra Sangeet he is a Tagore artiste as well. Kamal Ahmed is a big admirer of Rabindranath Tagore. Maximum of his previous albums were based on Rabindranath’s songs. On the occasion of Rabindranath Tagore’s 74th death anniversary Kamal Ahmed’s latest album was launched on 4 August at a city restaurant. Information Minister Hasanul Haque Inu attended the programme as the chief guest. Kazi Aktharuddin Ahmed, Director General, Bangladesh Betar and noted Tagore artiste Rezwana Chowdhury Bonna were present as the special guests.

Kamal Ahmed was born in Khokra village in Pabna district. From his early childhood, he was a meritorious student. He obtained scholarship in the junior scholarship examination. When Kamal was a student of class nine, he became involved with a group of cultural activists. During that time he stood first in a musical competition. On that day, Kamal Ahmed decided to learn music seriously. However, in his village, there were no music teachers. In addition, Kamal’s conservative father did not want to see his son as a singer. After passing the SSC examination, Kamal took admission in Pabna Edward College from where he successfully passed his HSC examination.

Then, Kamal Ahmed came to Dhaka and got a chance to study in the University of Dhaka. He did not forget his determination and personal promise to be trained in music. Kamal Ahmed took admission in Chayanaut to learn music properly where he came closer to teachers like Wahidul Haque, Sanjida Khatun, Iktiar Omar and Sirajus Salekin. He received training on Classical music from Ostad Phul Mohammad. Still he cannot forget the affectionate teachings of such great teachers.

Music has influenced Kamal Ahmed’s total career. It is his passion. When he passed BCS examination, his first choice was information cadre. Ultimately, he joined Bangladesh Betar. He also worked for the Bangladesh Television. His previous albums were- “Shada Megher Vela” (Rabindra Sangeet), “Nana Ronger Dinguli” (Rabindra Sangeet), “Poth Chauatei Anondo” (Rabindra Sangeet), “Falguner Dine” (Rabindra Sangeet), “Godhuli” A Tribute to Kishore Kumar (Songs of old days), “Kan Pete Roi” (Rabindra Sangeet), “Bedhechi Amar Pran” (Rabindra Sangeet).

Kamal Ahmed expects that the listeners will appreciate his new album “Vora Thak Smritishudhay” like his earlier albums. He hopes to continue entertaining the mass people with quality music.