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Kolkata Sways to Sitar: 10,000+ Feel the Music
17 Apr
Summary
- Over 10,000 people attended the Sitar for Mental Health concert.
- Rishab Rikhiram Sharma blended classical ragas with fusion and film scores.
- The concert included tributes to Asha Bhosle and Rabindranath Tagore.
Rishab Rikhiram Sharma mesmerized an audience of over 10,000 people in Kolkata on Sunday evening with his performance for Sitar for Mental Health. Organized by Team Innovation, the event transformed into a deeply resonant experience, merging sound, emotion, and mindfulness.
The musical journey began with a meditative tone, guiding the audience through a rich tapestry of classical ragas like Bihaag and Kedar, interwoven with Sharma's signature fusion style. His repertoire included original compositions and inventive reinterpretations, such as Harry Potter x Game of Thrones.
The concert also featured popular Bollywood tracks and a special tribute to Asha Bhosle with 'Abhi Na Jao Chhod Kar.' A heartfelt rendition of Rabindranath Tagore's 'Ekla Cholo' paid homage to Kolkata. The evening concluded with a powerful finale, leaving the audience in prolonged applause.
