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Tansen

Gujarat Board · Class 6 · English

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1

Tansen's Early Life and Childhood

  • Tansen was born in Behat, a village near Gwalior.
  • His father's name was Mukandan Misra, who was a famous singer himself.
  • Tansen was the only child of his parents.
2

Swami Haridas and Tansen's Musical Training

  • Swami Haridas was a famous singer who was travelling through the forest with his disciples when Tansen frightened them.
  • Instead of punishing Tansen, Swami Haridas recognised his talent and went to his father.
  • Swami Haridas told Mukandan Misra: 'Your son is very naughty. He is also very talented. I think I can make him a good singer.'
3

Tansen's Life After Training – Marriage and Fame

  • While living in Gwalior with Mohammad Ghaus, Tansen was often taken to the court of Rani Mrignaini.
  • Rani Mrignaini was a great musician herself.
  • At her court, Tansen met and married a lady named Hussaini.
4

Tansen at Akbar's Court

  • Tansen quickly became a great favourite of Emperor Akbar.
  • Akbar would call upon Tansen to sing at any time — day or night.
  • Akbar often walked into Tansen's house just to hear him practise.

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Tansen was born in Behat nearWhen Tansen tried to frighten travellersAfter his parents diedTansen's fame grew so muchThe other courtiers became jealous

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