Jan 28 2025 to Jan 28 2025 6:30 p.m.

Where

Bangalore International Centre

7 4th Main Rd, Stage 2, Domlur 560071

Event Description

The concert pays homage to the Goddess Saraswati, revered through the ages as the embodiment of the four essentials of a discerning human life: Speech (Vaani), the foundation of communication and expression; Music (Sangeet), the universal language of harmony and emotion; Wisdom (Buddhi), the guiding light of understanding and insight; and Discrimination (Vivek), the power to discern and choose wisely.

Through a journey of timeless raags and original compositions, our musicians delve into these eternal qualities, reflecting the grace and profundity that the Goddess represents. This celebration is not just a tribute to Saraswati but a call to connect with the divine essence of creativity, intellect, and balance within us all.

Performers
Nagabhushan Hegde
Vocals

Shri Nagabhushan Hegde is a renowned Hindustani classical vocalist acclaimed for his classical depth, traditional purity, and brilliant technique. Trained in the Kirana Gharana style, he has learned from esteemed gurus including Pandit Shripad Hegde, Pandit M. P. Hegde, Pandit Raja Kale, and Pandit Ganapathi Bhat. A graded artiste of AIR, Nagabhushan has performed extensively in India, accompanied his gurus, and released several albums. He currently teaches music at a school in Shimoga, nurturing young talent and promoting classical music.
Shafique Khan
Sitar

Ustad Shafique Khan, a 6th-generation musician from the Dharwad Gharana, is a renowned sitar player and scion of a family of illustrious musicians. Born in 1968, he is the grandson of ‘Sitar Ratna’ Rahimat Khan and has learned from his father Prof. Abdul Karim Khan and other esteemed family members. A top-grade artiste of AIR and Doordarshan, Khan has performed at prestigious music festivals, including Sawai Gandharva and Swami Haridas Sangeet Samaroh. He has received the “Surmani” award and the Bharath Ratna Pt. Bhimasen Joshi National Award (2016) for his contributions to music. Currently, he serves on the music staff of All India Radio, Dharwad.
Santosh Kumar Nahar
Violin

Dr. Santosh Kumar Nahar, a renowned violinist from the Mishra Gharana (Bhagalpur Gharana), has established himself as a leading figure in Hindustani Classical Music. Trained by his guru-father Late Prof. Prahlad Prasad Mishra and guided by his uncles and siblings, Dr. Nahar is a ‘Top’ Grade Violin Artist of All India Radio. He is known for his unique blend of melody, fluency, and purity in presenting Raags. As Deputy Director Programme, Dr. Nahar heads the Music Section of Akashvani Delhi and has received numerous awards for his performances.
Rajendra Nakod
Tabla

Rajendra Nakod, born on October 10, 1969, comes from a family of distinguished classical musicians. He is a skilled tabla player, having secured top position in exams conducted by the Karnatak Sangeet Nritya Academy and awarded the “A” grade by All India Radio. Rajendra has performed at numerous esteemed classical music festivals, including the Sawai Gandharv Punyatithi and the Delhi International Music Festival. He has also toured extensively across the globe, earning accolades such as the “BHAKTI TALA SUDAN” award, “Tala Marthanda”, “Sangeetha Shree” and “Lt. Pt. Ravi Koodlagi” awards. Currently, he divides his time between performances, recordings, live concerts, and teaching.
Keshav Joshi
Tabla

Keshav Joshi, a renowned tabla player from Bagalkote, began training at age eight under Pandit R. H. More and later with Pandit Karveer Mallapur, Pt. Ishwarlal Mishra, and Pandit Suraj Purandare. He has achieved top honors in exams, including Distinction in Vidwat Exam (Tabla) and 1st place in the All India level Tabla competition. A ‘B High’ grade artist of All India Radio and a Commerce graduate, Keshav Joshi has performed extensively in India and abroad, sharing the stage with prominent artists at prestigious events like Harivallab Sangeet Sammelan, Tansen Sangeet Samaroh, and NCPA Mumbai.