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Tihai
Celebrating Ustad Zakir Hussain & Pandit Swapan Siva
Performers
This event showcases the interplay of rhythm and melody through the Santoor and Tabla.
The Santoor’s hundred strings create a captivating tune, complemented by the dynamic tones of the Tabla. Together, they evoke the traditional Raagas of the evening, originating from the Mughal courts centuries ago. Among the featured Raagas are Yaman, Behag, Jog, Rageshree, and Shree.
The artists will play compositions like Raag Jog Kauns and Raag Kaushik Dhwani in Teentaal, accompanied by Tabla solos. These performances offer a glimpse into the rich musical heritage of India.
Join us for an evening of music as we celebrate the legacy of Ustad Zakir Hussain and Pandit Swapan Siva on their 72nd birth year.
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Performers
Nilimesh Chakraborty
Nilimesh Chakraborty, born into a musical lineage, commenced his musical journey at the tender age of 2 under the guidance of his uncle, Sri Ajay Chakraborty, and later, with Shri Debasish Majumder, a disciple of the late Pt. Shankar Ghosh. At the age of 13, he became a disciple of Pt. Swapan Siva of the Farrukabad Gharana.
His has performed at various festivals and concerts such as the Kalpadip Festival in Jalpaiguri, NCPA in Mumbai, NCRA in Pune, performances at CCRT and the Indian Habitat Centre in Delhi, engagements at Tezpur University and Hojai in Assam, and appearances at renowned institutions like Pracheen Kala Kendra in Chandigarh, ICCR, and SRA in Kolkata, among others.
Suddhashil Chatterjee
Suddhashil is a Santoor virtuoso who has forged a unique identity in Indian Classical Music for himself. Trained by Pt. ShivKumar Sharma and steeped in Hindustani Vocal Music and Maihar-Senia Gharana’s Tantrakari style, he has developed his own distinctive Santoor style.
After rigorous training with Panditji, Suddhashil began his Santoor journey under the guidance of Santoor exponent Pt. Tarun Bhattacharya. He further honed his skills under the tutelage of Pt. Tezendra Narayan Majumder, a renowned Sarod exponent of the Maihar-Senia Gharana. Suddhashil has also received guidance from Padma Vibhushan Pt. Shivkumar Sharma, under whose auspices he continues to develop his craft.
