Project Overview
Project gāthā is a multilingual music and visual storytelling series that reimagines Indian and Western poetry through powerful, cross-cultural collaborations. Born from a desire to move beyond trend-based music releases, the project explores the deeper connection between poetry, heritage, and sound. I aim to create three original songs in collaboration with poets, tribal and contemporary musicians, and filmmakers blending Indian folk traditions with global genres. Each song will be accompanied by a documentary-style video that captures not just the performance, but the process, conversations, and cultural exchanges behind it. This is not just about music it’s about reclaiming space for literature, language, and underrepresented voices in a modern context. project gāthā is a love letter to collaboration and a bridge between generations, cultures, and art forms.
Expected Impact
Project gāthā aims to revive cultural pride by blending Indian and Western poetry with global sounds, while spotlighting underrepresented voices. We’re also redefining what a music video can be transforming it into a documentary-style experience that highlights the creative journey, cultural exchange, and real stories behind the music.
Applicant Background
Amrapali Shindhe is a singer-songwriter, performer, and storyteller known for blending Indian folk traditions with contemporary global sounds. A kannadiga born in Delhi and raised between the UK and India, she began performing at age 12 and released her debut album, Basava In You, at just 14 reimagining ancient Vachana poetry through modern music. Her work is rooted in cultural preservation, poetic revival, and cross-genre collaboration. She has represented Indian folk music on international platforms like Lollapalooza and collaborated with tribal women artists through Strisvara. Passionate about reclaiming space for underrepresented voices, Amrapali creates work that is deeply personal yet universally resonant. Whether performing, composing, or curating projects like project gāthā, she weaves language, literature, and sound into powerful stories that transcend borders.