A wise man once said, “Music is the universal language of mankind.” Nothing embodies this sentiment more truly than The Music Yantra- a newly launched, global music collaboration series curated by Maati Baani, the home-grown world music band made up of Hindustani vocalist Nirali Kartik and Composer/ Producer Kartik Shah. The project will be a one-of-a-kind series where Maati Baani uses the power of technology to create unique music with 50 Indian and international artists from 20 countries across the world.

The idea of The Music Yantra arose from Maati Baani’s strong belief that music has the power to transcend differences, be it cultures, languages, or geographies. Through their journey, they have discovered, appreciated and celebrated the sounds of little-known but exquisite musicians from different corners of the globe. They took it upon themselves to introduce these fresh, nomadic instruments and voices to the wider audience. Thus, The Music Yantra was born. ‘Yantra’ is the term for a mystical diagram in Indian religion that is believed to have magical powers. Drawing from that metaphor, the name refers to the magic of unheard sounds, rare instruments and raw talent from across cultures coming together to create spellbinding sounds and rhythms.

Maati Baani brought this idea to life by merging the power of music and technology, making it one of the biggest remote music collaborations in the world. They utilized the mediums of the Internet and social media to fulfil their vision of working with the finest talent out there, no matter what their geographical locations. Right from contacting musicians, conducting rehearsals, recording tracks and shooting videos, the entire creative process was coordinated online from different parts of the world and put together in the band’s studio. Hence, as ‘Yantra’ is also the Sanskrit word for “instrument or tool”, the name also alludes to using these modern-day tools of technology to create music that can be described in three, simple words: borders no bar.

Now, The Music Yantra is all set to take the global music scene by storm with its eclectic melodies. The series will produce six songs, which are a potpourri of musical genres like Func, Jazz, Electro, Rock, Blues, and R&B, with Indian classical and folk music remaining the protagonist. Each song is completely unique in its theme, sounds and visuals, promising to take viewers on a scintillating musical journey around the world.

Look out for Lagan Laagi, a disco funk number that features for the first time ever seven of the best subway performers of New York, including the famous Natalia Paruz. Combining folk vocals from Kutchh, it’s a foot tapping, dance number about finding yourself and colouring the world with love.

Jao Piya will present seventeen diverse musicians playing a unifying melody to live audiences in key landmark locations across seven countries. It is a peppy love song, which celebrates the diversities of cultures of the world.

For all the Michael Jackson fans, Heal the World will be performed for the first time ever by twelve popular child prodigies ranging from the ages of five to ten, as an ode to innocence with them dreaming about a world of love and peace.

Moko Kahaan is a power packed, rock number by six powerful, accomplished female musicians from six different countries.

Na Bolun isa high energy number that is sure to set the dance floor on fire. With carnival drums of Brazil and India, Tamil vocals, and Flamenco guitars, it will feature ten musicians creating a pulsating rhythm out of sounds of different cultures.

The 6^th song will be released soon.

What’s more, viewers can also enjoy the creative journey of each of the six songs, as the series will capture everything right from how Maati Baani tracked down the artists, how the ideas of the songs were born, and the personal stories and funny anecdotes of the musicians.

In the past, the powerhouse duo of Maati Baani has produced viral YouTube hits like Balma and Rang Rangiya by connecting with musicians around the world using the Internet. They have collaborated far and wide with artistes par excellence of different countries, right from the world famous comedian Lilly Singh aka "Superwoman" to Morralala, an extremely rare musician from the villages of Kutchh. With this original, path-breaking idea of The Music Yantra, they have surpassed the standards of world music in India yet again. Through fusing the power of music and technology to work with 50 Indian and international artists from 20 countries, they have taken the idea of artistic collaboration to an unprecedented scale. They have unleashed a powerful platform for musicians the world over to unite not just with their melodies, but with their ideas, cultures, and their love for the art of music.