As A.R.Rahman sets out on his search for rare Indian sounds he starts from Kerala Kalamandalam just outside Thrissur where he discovers the Mizhavu, a temple drum whose striking powerful sounds accompany the performance art of Koodiyattam.
In the bustling suburb of Mumbai, Maharashtra, A.R Rahman encounters the ancient classical instrument Rudra Veena. The haunting tones of the Rudra Veena form the background and show what it takes to preserve a centuries-old heritage.
In India's northeastern state of Manipur there exists a rich and colorful tradition of folk song, collectively called the Khunung Eshei. A.R.Rahman experiences and learns more about this infectious and vibrant art form.
A R Rahman ends his search for rare Indian sounds in the mountains of Sikkim. Here he seeks the performer of the Pangthong Palith, bamboo flute that originated from the Lepchas, an indigenous tribe of aborigines who live in the mountains.
The artistes travel down to A R Rahman's studio in Chennai, where the Maestro brings out distinctive qualities of each of their musical traditions in one harmonious arrangement.