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Echoes of the Maihar Tradition
A Sarod Duet
Performers
A concert of emotional connection to the timeless beauty of the monsoon ragas.
This evening, sarod exponents Shiraz Ali Khan and Dwiptanil Bhattacharjee, accompanied by tabla artist Mainak Biswas, present a sarod duet. The conversation between two artists of the Maihar Senia Gharana unfolds as they explore the many shades of a Malhaar raga: from the meditative expansiveness of the aalap to the vibrant rhythmic dialogue with tabla in the concluding section.
The monsoon has inspired generations of musicians, poets, and artists across India. This concert revisits that tradition, celebrating the expressive power of the Malhaar ragas and the depth, imagination, and emotional resonance that define this musical lineage.
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Performers
Shiraz Ali Khan
Shiraz Ali Khan is a distinguished sarod virtuoso and torchbearer of the legendary Maihar Senia Gharana, carrying forward the musical legacy of Acharya Baba Allauddin Khan and Ustad Ali Akbar Khan. Renowned for his soulful artistry and powerful command of the sarod, he has performed at leading festivals and cultural institutions across India and internationally. His collaborations include appearances alongside maestros such as Pandit Anindo Chatterjee, Pandit Swapan Chaudhuri, Ustad Zakir Hussain, and Bickram Ghosh. Through his performances, Shiraz Ali Khan continues to present the depth and timeless beauty of Indian classical music to audiences worldwide.
Dwiptanil Bhattacharjee
Dwiptanil Bhattacharjee is an accomplished sarod artist of the Maihar Senia Gharana. Initiated into the tradition by the legendary Ustad Ali Akbar Khan and trained under eminent gurus including Ustad Aashish Khan and Ameena Perera, he represents a rich lineage of Indian classical music. Known for his thoughtful musicianship and deeply rooted classical approach, Dwiptanil has performed extensively across India, Bangladesh, and Japan, appearing at prestigious festivals, cultural institutions, and international collaborations. His artistry combines tradition, sensitivity, and innovation, making him a respected voice in contemporary Hindustani classical music.
Mainak Biswas
Mainak Biswas is a dynamic and accomplished tabla virtuoso making his mark in the world of Indian classical music. A dedicated disciple of Guru Pandit Ashim Bhattacharjee, Mainak is emerging as both a soloist and an accompanist of the esteemed Farukhabad Gharana. His journey began at the age of five with a debut performance at the Aashish Khan School of World Music in Kolkata. Since then, he has evolved into a versatile percussionist, mastering not only the tabla but also the pakhawaj and drums, while performing extensively across India and internationally.
