There are traditions that endure not by spectacle, but by quiet continuity—by being lovingly preserved, thoughtfully shared, and sincerely experienced.
For over two and a half decades, the Monthly Baithaks of Pracheen Kala Kendra, organised with the constant support of the Ministry of Culture, Government of India, have served as an intimate and meaningful platform for Indian classical music.
These gatherings bring artistes and listeners into close artistic संवाद, allowing the music to unfold in its purest and most contemplative form, much as it has been heard in traditional baithaks for generations.
It is in this spirit that you are warmly invited to the ‘321st Monthly Baithak Programme’, featuring a Sitar Recital by Dr. Umesh Kumar (B-High Grade Artist, All India Radio), accompanied on Tabla by Shri Rajneesh Dhiman (B-High Grade Artist, All India Radio).
Dr. Umesh Kumar, known for his refined artistry and deep engagement with the traditions of Indian classical music, will present an evening of melodic depth and expressive nuance, while Shri Rajneesh Dhiman will provide the rhythmic support and sensitivity that a sitar recital so beautifully invites.
Whether you arrive as a lifelong connoisseur, a student of the arts, or simply with an open heart, may this baithak offer what the finest music often does—not merely an evening of listening, but a moment of stillness, reflection, and shared remembrance.
Date: 11th July, 2026
Time: 6:30 P.M.
Venue: M.L. Koser Auditorium (Pracheen Kala Kendra Complex, Sector 35-B, Chandigarh – 160022)
