Mar 30 2025 to Mar 30 2025 6 p.m.

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Where

Bangalore International Centre

7 4th Main Rd, Stage 2, Domlur 560071

Event Description

Seasonal Serenade is a classical music program that explores the relationship between the four seasons and Indian classical ragas. Each season—spring, summer, monsoon, and winter—is represented by a specific raag, carefully chosen to evoke the unique atmosphere and emotional qualities of that time of year.

The program highlights how classical compositions mirror the natural world, using melody and rhythm to capture the essence of seasonal changes. Through the carefully selected raags, the performance illustrates how music can reflect the moods and transitions of nature, offering a sensory experience that connects the audience to the changing seasons.

This event provides a deeper understanding of the profound link between classical music and nature, showcasing how traditional raags serve as a medium to express the beauty and emotions tied to each season of the year.

Anuradha Mandlik, a disciple of Vidushi Arati Ankalikar-Tikekar, will present this evening concert at the BIC, accompanied by Shantanu Deshmukh on the tabla and Vighnesh Bhagwat on the harmonium.

Artists

Anuradha Mandlik
Vocals
Anuradha Mandlik is a dedicated Hindustani classical vocalist with a strong foundation in traditional music. She earned her MA in Music from Lalit Kala Kendra, Pune University, where she was awarded the Gold Medal for Vocal Performance. Over the past 12 years, she has been trained under respected Gurus, including Usha Tikekar Deshpande (Kirana Gharana) and is currently learning from Arati Ankalikar Tikekar (Jaipur Gharana). She has also successfully completed the Visharad Poorna examination from Akhil Bharatiya Gandharva Mahavidyalaya.

Anuradha has performed at various venues, including IISER Pune, Sadhana Kala Manch and the Bhimsen Joshi Adhyasan at Savitribai Phule Pune University. For her, music is not just an art form but a profound means of expression—one that connects deeply with emotions and stories beyond words. She continues to refine her craft, striving to bring soul and sincerity to every performance while honoring the rich traditions of Hindustani classical music.

Shantanu Deshmukh
Tabla
Shantanu Deshmukh, born into a family of musicians, was drawn to Indian Classical Music from an early age. Trained in vocal music by his mother, Smita Deshmukh, and in tabla by his father, Milind Deshmukh, Shantanu’s passion for rhythms led him to focus more seriously on tabla. He received initial training from his father and Pt. Suresh Samant before studying the Banaras Gharana tradition under Pt. Arvind Kumar Azad and later, Pt. Subhankar Banerjee. After Pt. Banerjee’s passing, he has been mentored by Pt. Yogesh Samsi.

Shantanu blends techniques from different gharanas into his performances, excelling in both solo and accompaniment. He has performed with stalwarts like Ust. Shakir Khan and emerging artists such as Ninad Daithankar and Sweekar Katti. Notable performances include Swarsagar Music Festival and international tours for SPICMACAY and the Festival of Sufi Music & Culture in Morocco. He also explores Indo-Jazz compositions, blending jazz with Indian classical rhythms. Shantanu holds a master’s degree in music from Lalit Kala Kendra, University of Pune.

Vighnesh Bhagavat
Harmonium
Vighnesh Bhagavat Yellapur started learning Hindustani Classical Vocal and Harmonium from Vidwan Dattatraya Gaonkar of Yellapur. Presently he is learning from renowned Harmonium maestro, Pandit Vyasamurthi Katti. 

He completed his B. Music at Karnataka Fine Arts and Music College Dharwad and his M. Music in Hindustani Vocal with a Gold Medal at KSGH Music and Fine Arts University Mysore. He has performed with well-known musicians and many Young Artists… He is known for his sensitive accompaniment and mature understanding of Indian Raga music.