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Mangalore: Wilfy Rebimbus' Kogull Gaithaa, Kogulle Paatlyaan Books Released

  •   Sun, Apr 12 2009 09:54:17 PM

Mangalore: Wilfy Rebimbus' Kogull Gaithaa, Kogulle Paatlyaan Books Released
 
Pics: Prajwal Ukkuda
Daijiworld Media Network – Mangalore (TU/RD)
 
Mangalore, Apr 12: Konkani legend 'Konkan Kogul' - Wilfy Rebimbus’ book ‘Kogull Gaithaa’, comprising of songs of  Wilfy Rebimbus from 50 volumes of his albums and ‘Kogulle Patlyaan’, a research made on his songs and lyrics by Stella D’Costa (Nandini) were released at the Sahodaya Hall here on Sunday April 12.
 
The books were released as part of the golden jubilee celebrations of the United Youngsters, Jeppu.

































Addressing the gathering after releasing the book ‘Kogull Gaithaa’, Konkani Sangeet Guru Fr Walter Albuquerque said that poet and singer Wilfy Rebimbus is the one of the best poets and singers of Konkani language. ‘He has given lot of contributions to the up-liftment of the language and culture through his talent’, he added.
 
Reviewing the book, Fr Denis D’Sa, director, the Father Muller Medical College said the singer has got gift on the gab. His works can be equated with great poets such as Shakespeare, Shelley. ‘The book is a mirror to the life and society. His work has seen 35,000 sales in 9 editions. It is a sign of maturity’, he informed. He also said that the book ‘Kogull Gaithaa’ is research worthy.
 
Speaking after releasing the book ‘Kogull Patlyaan’, columnist Fr Prasanth Madtha said the history of Konkani community is well portrayed in the book. It is great to see the survival of Konkani in midst of other major languages.
 
The book was authored by a well known Konkani writer Stella D’Costa. She writes under the nom de plume ‘Nandini’. She was also felicitated by noted NRI entrepreneur from Abu Dhbai, and president of KCO Abu Dhabi Leo Rodrigues on the occasion.
 
Leo Rodrigues hailed the contribution of Konkani legend Wilfy Rebimbus to Konkani music, literature and society as a whole. He described Wilfy as Gem of Konkani world.

Fr Madtha presented the mementos to Pinto Vamanjoor and Prasad Printers proprietor. Wilfy Rebimbus also spoke at the occasion.

Wilfy Rebimbus long time associate Leslie Rego compered the event.

Books will be available in the leading book stalls of Mangalore from May first week onwards.
  

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  • Fr Uday, Bantwal

    Tue, Apr 21 2009

    Congratulations to Konkan Kogul Wilfy Rebimbus, the konkani legend.

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  • Janet D Cunha, Vamanjur

    Tue, Apr 21 2009

    Congrats Madam Stella. It is so nice to see you - my great teacher now a great writer. Your humour coupled with experience will make literature very interesting and laudable. You deserve many more great laurels. Fr.Albuquerqe is a genius no doubt - a right dignitary to award the konkan kogul.

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  • Janet D Cunha, Vamanjur

    Tue, Apr 21 2009

    Congrats Madam Stella. It is so nice to see you - my great teacher now a great writer. Your humour coupled with experience will make literature very interesting and laudable. You deserve many more great laurels. Fr.Albuquerqe is a genius no doubt - a right dignitary to award the konkan kogul.

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  • nelson, valencia/kuwait

    Sun, Apr 19 2009

    Hats off to Sir Wilfy on his great achievements. Looking at the photos, it reminded me of another great personality in there - Father Walter Albuqerque. Ever since my boyhood I have had great admiration for this father who has been so humble, soft spoken, pious and helpful in spite of being given this great talent of singing and playing the violin. If I were to give a award for the best violinist of this era, it is you Father Albuquerque.

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  • Fr. Cyprian Carlo, Loreto/California

    Sun, Apr 19 2009

    Undboutedly Wilfy's music is a class by itself. Both in lyrics and music he has achieved a status unique as well as above all else. Wilfy's is not the music that one will want to turn off no matter how many times you listen to it. Wilfy is to the Konkany music what Beatles were to the western music.Congratulations and good wishes that Wilfy keeps ascending higher.

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  • Joel, Moodubelle,Bahrain

    Thu, Apr 16 2009

    Indeed the real King of Konkani Language, I have personally interacted with Wilfyab in numerous occassions, every time he has been humble and friendly. His presence itself commands respect. All konkani community looks upto him as he has become a role model for many aspiring singers and song writers.

    His never ending romance with Konkani language stands him tall in the community. His humblness and patience made him a Icon of Konakani Language. I pray for his good health so that he may continue his romance with the Language he loves most will never end. congratulations Wilfyab and good luck.

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  • Melwyn Lobo, Bejai,Mangalore

    Mon, Apr 13 2009

    It is notable that,the songs and music of Wilfy Rebimbus is worthy of research. His songs were relevant to the day to day situations and condition.Be it Bhopal gas tragedy,be Indian politics,Mangalorean Konkani or Tulu culture.His songs have touched the odd cord in the life of many individuals and particularly the Christian community.

    We can equate him with great literatures and writers of Kannada who wrote on socially relevant issues.Wilfs songs are worthy of deep study and will be a mirror to the Indian and Konkani culture.

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  • Amar Hospet, Hospet, Moodbidri

    Mon, Apr 13 2009

    Wilfy Rebimbus is a God's gift of multifaceted talents especially for his meaningful lyrics and music composition.In the era where standard of lyrics is going down to a drastic level, Wilfy really is the person who always keeps high standards as far as the meaningful songs are concerned Hats off to Wifiyab.May almighty keep you n ur family in good health.Keep going!

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  • Preetha, Mangalore

    Sun, Apr 12 2009

    To win the respect and affection of people, to earn the appreciation of honest critics and endure the betrayal of false friends, to appreciate beauty, to find the best in others, to leave the world a bit better by your good deeds, to know even one life has breathed easier because you have lived. This is to have succeeded! Wilfy Rebimbus' has not aimed for success because he wants it he is just doing what he loves and believes in - he has made Konkani stand up tall among other languages. Congratulations! You very well deserve the honor of being called the King of Konkani language.

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