This compilation of bhajans is a truly remarkable achievement with respect to the selections, the organization and the accuracy of the phoenetics. This sterling contribution to Hindu culture by Pandit Ashram Sharma will inevitably be remembered as a collector’s item to be treasured for generations to come, I strongly recommend both volumes to every one. This is certainly the most comprehensive, well organized and informative historical collection of Indian music from a Trinidadian perspective to date.Congratulations to Ashram Sharma for having the patience and intellect to create a website of this magnitude. Karamchand Maharaj (Musician) Toronto, Canada (Musician) Toronto, Canada

It is an exhilarating and joyful experience for me to have carefully perused the numerous bhajans compiled by my student Pandit Ashram Sharma. It is with a beaming sense of pride and conviction that I understand Pandit Ashram’s painstaking effort and meticulous interest he has taken to ensure the authenticity of the words in the production of this gem for posterity. Deoraj Seunarine A.C.P M.O.M Trinidad & Tobago

This collection of popular, traditional bhajans is appropriately selected for all occasions. It is my humble view that the approach and insightfulness of the compiler makes this book a prized possession for all. There are a multitude of published collections of Bhajans, many of which are excellent in their own right, however when it comes to selecting a bhajan book, “Bhakti Bhajan Mala” is always my favourite. Therefore, it gives me great pleasure to introduce and recommend this book to all. Yours in Dharma Pundit Artma Maharaj Trinidad & Tobago

This collection of popular, traditional bhajans is appropriately selected for all occasions. It is my humble view that the approach and insightfulness of the compiler makes this book a prized possession for all. There are a multitude of published collections of Bhajans, many of which are excellent in their own right, however when it comes to selecting a bhajan book, “Bhakti Bhajan Mala” is always my favourite. Therefore, it gives me great pleasure to introduce and recommend this book to all. Yours in Dharma Pundit Artma Maharaj Trinidad & Tobago

I have the great pleasure of owning and using Panditji’s books. We here in Houston Texas have made both volumes part of its Mandirs activities. The bhajans are well ordered and wording accurately done. Thanks for your wonderful work and may God bless you. Dexter Raghunanan. (Musician) Houston Texas

Bhajan is surely a widely practiced aspect of communion with God, because it is set to music which creates an added interest. To effectively experience the Universal Love, our bhajans should be sung with emphasis on correct lyrics. I wish to add my own appreciation to Pt. Ashram for producing such original lyrics in Bhakti Bhajan Mala. I always use these books at all of my Satsangs. May God give you the strength to keep up your exceptional work. Pandit Sunil Basdeo Trinidad & Tobago

I just wanted you to know how much I am enjoying your bhajan books. They truly bring back good memories. The selection is so varied and therefore makes it easy finding a song for any puja you are performing. These books were given to me as a gift by my sister. I have also given it as Divali gifts to my extended family. It is a book each Hindu home should have. Continue the good work of educating us. Mohani Maharaj Long Island, New York

I was very fortunate to come across Bhakti Bhajan Mala Vol 1 (English) and Vol 2 (Hindi) at the Praimsingh Store in Curepe. I was able to find Bhajans which I have been looking for a long time now. I found one which I used to hear from Pandit Deo Prasad and Pandit Parasram in the late 1940’s at the Mc Bean Kutia and I have been looking for this for years. I found several others by which I am greatly inspired. The Bhajans are listed in alphabetical order so they are easy to find. The best part is the Bhajans are carefully researched and properly spelt and the correct words. I do not sing a Bhajan unless I am sure of the correct words. I see hundreds of Bhajan Books but there are several mistakes. You can say or pronounce the Hindi word and get a different (bad) meaning. I therefore congratulate you and send my blessings for this great work. God will be with you always. I am not a great singer but I practice some choice ones at home. Whenever I go to Temple or Satsang I may be called upon to sing. I live in Tunapuna. I was born in Mc Bean, Couva. I am there at least once a week as most of my family still lives in Mc Bean. I hope I will be able to meet you one day and visit your library. I want to learn some Biraha. I say my Pranaam and Dhanyavaad to Pandit Ashram Sharma. Seunarine Jokhoo Trinidad & Tobago

I wish to take this opportunity to publicly congratulate Pt. Ashram Sharma for taking the initiative technologically to preserve and highlight our Indian Artiste and Performers for their contribution towards the Promotion and Preservation of Indian Art and Culture in Trinidad and Tobago and the wider Caribbean – for Posterity – Archival History and Research. Rajkumar Krishna Persad (N.K.R. – H.B.M.) Trinidad & Tobago

It is to be noted that we remain indebted to Pandit Ashram for his time consuming effort in his compilation and research that requires commitment and dedication to bring fruition and I can only acknowledge same and endorse the fact that to work hard and well at things worth doing is to know life’s greatest satisfaction. May the Good Lord continue to give you the motivation to continue this noble enterprise. Chaythnath Maharaj Trinidad & Tobago

How many times have we wondered if the correct words are being sung in a Bhajan? The wrong word or pronunciation changes the entire meaning of these poems to God. Many times a single line or a sound byte of a lyric brings fond memories or soul stirring emotion to us. In Pundit Ashramji’s books I have found the key to unlock a source of infinite peace, and spirituality. I trust that all others who use these books may tap into that same wealth of knowledge and inspiration that his beautiful books provide. Vidya Mungal-Bissessar San Fernando, Trinidad W.I.

So happy the history of Patiram Trace Temple (In Trinidad and Tobago) was put on the net for all to read, yes I’m sure lots of people visited and will hold that memory with them always. There is something very special about this Place, I visited this Temple many times in my dream, then in 2008 I had the chance to see it for myself in person will never forget that day. Keep up the good work, I’m truly amazed at the good job done by all to make it what it is today. Shiva’s blessings to all hope to visit soon. Sandra Dookie Canada

“Ishwar Satya Hai, Satya Hi Shiv Hai, Shiv Hi Sundar Hai…” I am fortunate to have the opportunity to provide both my thanks and my congratulations to Pandit Ashramji on using his skills, talent and dedication to establish this wonderful, ‘Sundar’ website and, more specifically, his books with phenomenal collection of bhajans and ‘Aartis’. As someone who has worked in the entertainment and broadcasting fields in India, Canada and the USA for over thirty-five years, I can truly appreciate the value of having a comprehensive reference for both an extensive bhajan collection, as well as more generally for Indian music and cinema. Pandit Ashramji has truly done a great service to the larger Indian community around the world by providing an accurate and accessible compilation to anyone seeking it. Again, my sincere thanks and congratulations to Panditji. Jaya Kitchlu Toronto, Canada

At the outset I would like to thank www.hindisongstt.com for providing such a wonderful and rare Website on Indian Cinema, its really worth appreciating. I am Rohit Vazare and I would like to thank you a lot because it is on your website that I found my Grandfather the Late Master Shanker Vazre’s Film poster ” Aflatoon Aurat” which was not with us. We are really glad to see this as this was not available anywhere else. Rohit Vazare India

You are doing a wonderful job. I did not think that this type of website www.hindisongstt.com existed. This can only be possible by great efforts on your path. Thanks a lot for your great collection of songs. Most of my favourite songs, Bhakti songs, Naat & Qawalis are in your music collection. I like and respect your collection and hard work. I take this opportunity to openly congratulate Pt. Ashram Sharma for having the technical resourcefulness to preserve and highlight our Indian and Pakistani Artistes and Performers for their contribution towards the Promotion and Preservation of Indian and Pakistani Art and Culture in Trinidad and Tobago – for Posterity – Archival History and Research. May God Bless you. Ali Ahmed Karachi, Pakistan.

What a great job! Well done! It’s good to see Indian Classical icons like my Grandfather Mr.Balliram Bala Ramroop have his talents uplifted and portraited.Continue the GREAT work…Sita Ram. Punita Michelle Ramlogan Trinidad and Tobago

I have looked at and read carefully the Bhajans in Bhakti Bhajan Mala. This work is marvelous and complete. I congratulate Pandit Ashram for his hard work. Such a book should be in all homes. Pandit Ramsundar Parasram Mc. Bean Couva, Trinidad W.I.

As an Indian collector of old film songs, I was looking for a gem sung by Manna Dey, for the last 12 years. I have tried to find it through all of my friends in India in the music field, as well as in the USA from so many of my friends who are also music collectors and the big music stores in Chicago, Canada , New Jersey (known as Mini India , where we can find almost any Indian Item). Through all of my searches I came up empty handed. I was searching for this like a mad man. The song I was looking for was “Ek Se Din Na Rahe Kisike Samay Badalata Jaay.” I also came to know from reliable sources that this song is not available with Manna Dey even!! But on one fine morning I came across your website www.hindisongstt.com. where I was surprised that you have so many old songs, but they are all in Record 78 Lp Ep format. I saw the pictures and the list on the website, and found that you have a very huge collection. Which lead me to inquire from you by phone. I appreciate that on the second moment you replied for having this song on 78 R.P.M. I salute your ability and the knowledge for a prompt response. I just popped out from my chair. These are Golden Treasures that are in Panditji’s library that should be saved. A priceless treasury like this are rarely found. I wish him and his family a long healthy life. Sumant Vashi Illinois, USA

I met Pandit Ashram Sharma at his Music Library in Trinidad and Tobago. Was really really impressed to see a huge collection of old records of Hindi songs, Bhajans, and Ghazals. It is a great thing that Pt Ashram has preserved all the music albums from the year 1950’s till now. Commendable job. Wish all music lovers get to reach to his compilation of such a large collection. Sangeeta Sharma Delhi, India