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Bhai Bachittar Singh Ji
The Sikh History
The first in a series of Sikh History videos told on Jori or tabla by the world renowned Bhai Surdarshan Singh Ji. Join us on this landmark episode where Surdarshan Singh takes us vividly through the journey of Bhai Bachittar Singh Ji and the infamous drunken elephant at the gates of Lohgarh.
The first in a series of Sikh History videos told on Jori or tabla by the world renowned Bhai Surdarshan Singh Ji. Join us on this landmark episode where Surdarshan Singh takes us vividly through the journey of Bhai Bachittar Singh Ji and the infamous drunken elephant at the gates of Lohgarh.
Episodes
1. Bhai Bachittar Singh Ji
The first in a series of Sikh History videos told on Jori or tabla by the world renowned Bhai Surdarshan Singh Ji. Join us on this landmark episode where Surdarshan Singh takes us vividly through the journey of Bhai Bachittar Singh Ji and the infamous drunken elephant at the gates of Lohgarh.
2. Zamzama Thaup Paran
In this episode of The Sikh History Series with Bhai Surdarshan Singh Ji, we learn about the powerful Zamzama Cannon, also known as Kim’s Gun or Bhangi di Toap. Cast in 1757 in Lahore during the Durrani Empire, this 4.5-meter-long cannon with a 24cm bore was the largest of its time. Made from brass and copper with intricate floral patterns and Persian verses, it bore the inscription “A destroyer even of the strongholds of the heaven.” Used in battle by the Durranis from 1761, it was seized by the Sikh army led by Sardar Hari Singh Bhangi in 1762. The composition “Thaup Paran” details its devastating impact in battle, showcasing its thunderous roar and fearsome power.
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Zamzama Thaup Paran
In this episode of The Sikh History Series with Bhai Surdarshan Singh Ji, we learn about the powerful Zamzama Cannon, also known as Kim’s Gun or Bhangi di Toap. Cast in 1757 in Lahore during the Durrani Empire, this 4.5-meter-long cannon with a 24cm bore was the largest of its time. Made from brass and copper with intricate floral patterns and Persian verses, it bore the inscription “A destroyer even of the strongholds of the heaven.” Used in battle by the Durranis from 1761, it was seized by the Sikh army led by Sardar Hari Singh Bhangi in 1762. The composition “Thaup Paran” details its devastating impact in battle, showcasing its thunderous roar and fearsome power.
Tum Har Setee Rate Santo
Gurpreet Singh Chandan's second album this time with a focus on a selection of traditional and personal compositions based on morning raags. This tenth track is called Tum Har Setee Rate Santo.
Acceptance
The second of a five-part series covering the Macchiwara Saakhi (Story) by Dhadi Jatha Giani Sukhdev Singh Ji Booh and their debut album in conjunction with Kirtan Fi & Sampooranta (a.k.a. Stories by Kash). When Mughal Emperor Aurangzeb's army attacked the fortress of Chamkaur Sahib, Sri Guru Gobind Singh Ji and the Khalsa Fauj (army) successfully resisted their onslaught and upon the direction of the Sikhs remaining in the fort, requested Guru Sahib Ji escape into the forests of Machhiwara.
Tap Man Har Har Naam Nidhaan
Gurpreet Singh Chandan's second album this time with a focus on a selection of traditional and personal compositions based on morning raags. This fourth track is called Tap Man Har Har Naam Nidhaan.
Man Meria Antar Terai Nidhaan
Gurpreet Singh Chandan's second album this time with a focus on a selection of traditional and personal compositions based on morning raags. This fifth track is called Man Meria Antar Terai Nidhaan.
Dhadi Vaar Shaan
The sixth of a five-part series covering the Macchiwara Saakhi (Story) by Dhadi Jatha Giani Sukhdev Singh Ji Booh and their debut album in conjunction with Kirtan Fi & Sampooranta (a.k.a. Stories by Kash). When Mughal Emperor Aurangzeb's army attacked the fortress of Chamkaur Sahib, Sri Guru Gobind Singh Ji and the Khalsa Fauj (army) successfully resisted their onslaught and upon the direction of the Sikhs remaining in the fort, requested Guru Sahib Ji escape into the forests of Machhiwara.
Prem Patola
Gurpreet Singh Chandan's second album this time with a focus on a selection of traditional and personal compositions based on morning raags. This seventh track is called Prem Patola.
Introduction to Gurmukhi: Da-Daa
P6 Academy present An Introduction to Gurmukhi to support the learning of Gurmukhi, beginning with the alphabet. This video presents Da-Daa.
Tero Naam
Gurpreet Singh Chandan's second album this time with a focus on a selection of traditional and personal compositions based on morning raags. This ninth track is called Tero Naam.
Man Jio Apne Prabh Bhavo
Gurpreet Singh Chandan's second album this time with a focus on a selection of traditional and personal compositions based on morning raags. This eighth track is called Man Jio Apne Prabh Bhavo.
Pir of Pirs
The fifth of a five-part series covering the Macchiwara Saakhi (Story) by Dhadi Jatha Giani Sukhdev Singh Ji Booh and their debut album in conjunction with Kirtan Fi & Sampooranta (a.k.a. Stories by Kash). When Mughal Emperor Aurangzeb's army attacked the fortress of Chamkaur Sahib, Sri Guru Gobind Singh Ji and the Khalsa Fauj (army) successfully resisted their onslaught and upon the direction of the Sikhs remaining in the fort, requested Guru Sahib Ji escape into the forests of Machhiwara.
Teri Khel
The fourth of a five-part series covering the Macchiwara Saakhi (Story) by Dhadi Jatha Giani Sukhdev Singh Ji Booh and their debut album in conjunction with Kirtan Fi & Sampooranta (a.k.a. Stories by Kash). When Mughal Emperor Aurangzeb's army attacked the fortress of Chamkaur Sahib, Sri Guru Gobind Singh Ji and the Khalsa Fauj (army) successfully resisted their onslaught and upon the direction of the Sikhs remaining in the fort, requested Guru Sahib Ji escape into the forests of Machhiwara.
Mitr Payare Nu
The third of a five-part series covering the Macchiwara Saakhi (Story) by Dhadi Jatha Giani Sukhdev Singh Ji Booh and their debut album in conjunction with Kirtan Fi & Sampooranta (a.k.a. Stories by Kash). When Mughal Emperor Aurangzeb's army attacked the fortress of Chamkaur Sahib, Sri Guru Gobind Singh Ji and the Khalsa Fauj (army) successfully resisted their onslaught and upon the direction of the Sikhs remaining in the fort, requested Guru Sahib Ji escape into the forests of Machhiwara.
Shaheedi
A Dhadi Vaar dedicated to the Shaheedi Purab of the fifth Guru Sahibaan of the Sikh faith, Sri Guru Arjan Dev Ji Maharaj.
