Purulia's Timeless Melody: Flute-Trumpet Duo Preserves British-Era Tradition

• Flute and trumpet, instruments prominent since the British era, continue to captivate audiences in Purulia.
• Originally used for royal ceremonies and military parades, these instruments are now part of common cultural life.
• Umapada Badyakar and Sanjay Badyakar from Bero area diligently perform with these ancient instruments, enchanting audiences.
• Playing these instruments, especially the trumpet, requires significant breath control, practice, and skill.
• Despite declining demand due to modern music, the duo strives to keep this historical art alive for future generations.