Ravi Shankar recorded 'I Am Missing You' for his album, 'Shankar Family & Friends'. Produced by George Harrison, the song was released as a single on George's Dark Horse Records label in 1974. The sessions for Shankar Family & Friends took place at A&M Studios in Los Angeles during April and May 1973 with Harrison's former bandmate Ringo Starr playing drums on 'I Am Missing You' alongside contributions from Nicky Hopkins (piano), Billy Preston (organ), Klaus Voormann (bass), and Hindustani classical musician, Lakshmi Shankar (vocals).

"I Am Missing You" by Ravi Shankar is a beautiful and moving piece of music that showcases the renowned sitar player's incredible talent. The song is a tribute to his late wife and it is a very emotional and personal piece of music.

The sitar playing is masterful, with Shankar's skillful fingers effortlessly gliding over the strings, creating a rich and complex sound. The melody is haunting and melancholic, perfectly capturing the mood of the piece. Shankar's playing is both virtuosic and deeply emotional, making for a truly powerful listening experience.

The composition is also helped by Shankar's choice of accompaniment, with the tabla and tanpura adding depth and texture to the sound. The use of Indian classical music instruments gives the song a traditional touch and provides a perfect background for the sitar to shine.

The song is not just a display of technical skill but also a true expression of emotion and feeling. Shankar's music is deeply personal, and it is clear that this song is a tribute to his late wife and it is a very emotional and personal piece of music.

Disc 1

Track name

Artist

1.I Am Missing You

Shankar Family & Friends

2.Lust

Shankar Family & Friends

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