Chandigarh – Page 8 – Pracheen Kala Kendra

291st Monthly Baithak

Date: 11th January 2024

Time: 6:30PM

Venue: M.L. Koser Indoor Auditorium, Sector 35B, Chandigarh

The 291st Monthly Baithak of Pracheen Kala Kendra offered a captivating evening of Indian classical music as Kolkata-based Sitar virtuoso Partha Pratim Roy enthralled the audience with his soulful rendition. Held at the M.L. Koser Indoor Auditorium, the concert transported music lovers into a world of mesmerizing ragas and intricate melodies.

Adding depth and dynamism to the recital was the accomplished Tabla maestro Jaidev of Punjab Gharana, whose rhythmic expertise complemented the sitar beautifully.

At the end of the program, Registrar Dr Shobha Koser honoured the artists with Uttariya and mementoes, while Sh. Sajal Koser delivered a vote of thanks, acknowledging the media, the artists, and the audience for their support and appreciation.

January 11, 2024

9th Gurmat Sangeet Baithak

Date: 28th October 2023

Time: 6:30PM

Venue: M.L. Koser Indoor Auditorium, Sector 35-B, Chandigarh

October 28, 2023

8th Gurmat Sangeet Baithak

Date: 27th January 2023

Time: 6:30PM

Venue: M.L. Koser Indoor Auditorium, Sector 35-B, Chandigarh

June 27, 2023

51st All India Bhaskar Rao Nritya And Sangeet Sammelan

Date: 21st to 27th March 2022

Time: 6:00PM Daily

Venue: Tagore Theatre, Chandigarh

The 51st edition of All India Bhaskar Rao Nritya & Sangeet Sammelan took place with great success from 21st to 27th March 2025 at Tagore Theatre, Chandigarh. Renowned for showcasing the full spectrum of Indian Classical Music, the festival continues to be a highly anticipated cultural celebration, cherished by the artistic community across the country. This year’s event featured a stellar lineup of legendary and exceptionally talented artists, including Pt. Suresh Talwalkar (Tabla), Dr. Harvinder Singh (Vocal), Pt. Debasish Bhattacharya (Sarod), Dr. Tulika Ghosh (Vocal), Pt. Partho Bose (Sitar), Pt. Shounak Abhisheki (Vocal), Vidhushi Vyjayanthi Kashi (Kuchipudi), Pt. Pravin Godkhindi and Shadaj Godkhindi (Flute Duet), Pt. Sanjeev Abhayankar (Vocal), Pt. Rahul Sharma (Santoor), Vidhushi Padmaja Suresh (Bharatnatyam), Pt. Vishwa Mohan Bhatt (Mohan Veena), and Pt. Yogesh Samsi (Tabla Solo), who left the audiences spellbound with their enthralling performances.

Upholding the rich traditions of the Kendra, the festival also honoured distinguished personalities for their invaluable contributions to the arts. “Taalyogi” Pt. Suresh Talwalkar was conferred with the prestigious title of “Taal Martand.” Smt. Anjana Rajan, eminent Bharatanatyam exponent and senior journalist, and Sh. Sidharth, a globally renowned artist, painter, scholar, and sculptor, were also felicitated for their remarkable achievements in their respective fields.

March 21, 2022