renowned indian classical singer duo rajanmishra and sajanmishra who have performed in the state over the past four decades were in the state capital to give their performance on the occasion of bihardiwas celebrations to mark the completion of 101 years of bihars creation on friday just before their performance the duo shared some of their most cherished feelings and their ties with the state while talking to parulpandey how different is performing on bihar diwas compared to normal occasions we have very old ties with bihar our father and uncles have also performed here we have performed in every part of the state and it is like second home to us getting invites to perform here on such a special occasion makes us feel proud please share your experience of bihari audience do you find any change compared to last four decades the audiences response we have received during the last three decades is the best in the world as such cultural programmes are no longer held frequently in the state it will take time to get the old fan response back but the way cm nitish kumar is working to revive the diminishing art and culture in the state we see very positive change in the atmosphere now are rap rock jazz and pop music giving competition to classical music such music do not have a long lifespan they come and go but since classical music has very deep roots it will always remain the same classical music is soothing and it can even attract those who are not interested in it any message for bihar bihar is one of the oldest centres of cultural heritage it has been losing its reputation because of some people but we have to work together for regaining its past glory that can be done only by strengthening ties with our culture and traditions a lot of new singers are coming on the scene through reality shows based on smss do you think they have any future we do not understand the need of asking for smss when learned judges are there to judge the talent such shows are moneymaking business popularity gained from these is shortlived to have a stable career in singing deep knowledge of classical music is a must