Dhrupad and Khayal Rendition by Shyam Parikh

Dhrupad and Khayal Rendition by Shyam Parikh Shyam’s unwavering passion for music has been his guiding light through life’s most challenging moments. It has been his sanctuary, offering solace and strength beyond measure. Music has not only helped him overcome the trials of polio and Parkinson’s but has also become the melody of his soul, infusing his retirement with purpose and joy. After a remarkable career as a technology executive, Shyam has found a renewed sense of fulfillment and focus through the power of music, proving that its magic can transform lives and inspire us all. In 2016, he began studying Dhrupad, a traditional Indian classical music form known for its emphasis on breath control, connecting the mind, body, and soul. The practice has provided Shyam with calmness and a profound sense of well-being, and he continues the same. Shyam sets a unique example of the ever-so-resilient human spirit to have overcome all the difficulties from his everyday battle with Parkinson’s disease. For more inspiration from our founders, Shyam and Nalini Parikh, please like, share, and subscribe to our channel. This performance was recorded on Aug 26, 2026.