Jasdeep Singh Degun - Veer (Official Video)

Listen/download: http://smarturl.it/RWS105

‘Veer’ is an original composition based on a traditional folk melody from the Indian state of Panjab, and it truly showcases the emotional range of Jasdeep Singh Degun’s sitar playing, with tabla accompaniment by Upneet Singh and a beautiful string arrangement performed by the Millenia String Ensemble.

‘Veer’ is a very personal piece of music which Jasdeep dedicates to the memory of his younger brother Taran.

“The title means ‘brother’ in Panjabi, and is associated with courage and valour,” explains Jasdeep. “In September of this year, I lost my little brother Taran who tragically took his own life at the age of 26. I have decided to share this track now in honour of him.”

The cover art for ‘Veer’ was created by visual artist and close friend of Jasdeep, Dilrani Kaur. Dilrani illustrates the lyrics of the Panjab folk song which inspired the track, ‘Ours is a flock of birds, dear father / We’ll fly away.’
Jasdeep and his family have started a Just Giving campaign in memory of his brother, with proceeds going to two local Leeds charities that help people experiencing difficulties with mental health and families who see a loved one in crisis.

‘Veer’ is available to download and stream on all digital platforms. In 2022, Jasdeep releases his debut album Anomaly on Real World Records.

Download/listen: smarturl.it/RWS105
Just Giving campaign: justgiving.com/crowdfunding/inmemoryoftaran

Artwork by Dilrani Kaur (@dilranikaur)
Video edited by Devesh Sodha

released December 10, 2021
Jasdeep Singh Degun - Sitar
Upneet Singh - Tabla
Bruce White - Viola
Chris Worsey - Cello
Everton Keith Nelson - Violin
Gillon Cameron - Violin
Ian Burdge - Cello
Ian Humphries - Violin
John William Metcalfe - Viola
Louisa Fuller - Violin
Lucy Wilkins - Violin
Marianne Christine Haynes - Violin
Nicholas John Cooper - Cello
Oli Langford - Violin
Reiad Chibah - Viola
Richard Pryce - Double Bass
Tom Pigott-Smith - Violin
Warren Zielinski - Violin
Elizabeth Hanks - Cello

String arrangement by Ian Burdge and Jasdeep Singh Degun
Conducted by Sally Herbert
Fixed by Ian Burdge

Produced by Jasdeep Singh Degun and David McEwan
Recorded at The Sanctuary and RAK Studios, London
Engineered by David McEwan and Mike Horner
Mixed by David McEwan
Mastered by Nick Watson at Fluid Mastering