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Grammy Winner Bhatt Mesmerizes Lucknow with Mohan Veena
10 Aug
Summary
- Grammy winner Vishwa Mohan Bhatt performed at the Awadh Region Conference.
- The event was hosted by the Prabha Khaitan Foundation in Lucknow.
- Bhatt played evocative renditions on his Mohan Veena, accompanied by tabla.
Lucknow recently experienced an evening dedicated to Indian classical music, marking the Awadh Region Conference. Hosted by the Prabha Khaitan Foundation and Ehsaas Women of Lucknow, the event featured a special performance by Grammy Award-winning musician Vishwa Mohan Bhatt. Bhatt, a Padma Shri awardee, showcased his mastery on the Mohan Veena, offering evocative renditions from his Grammy-winning album 'A Meeting by the River'.
The musical gathering brought together a diverse audience, including artistes, cultural figures, and music lovers. Bhatt shared his thoughts on music's spiritual depth, calling it the "language of God" that aids in meditation and purification. Tabla artiste Himanshu Mahant accompanied Bhatt, creating a captivating jugalbandi. The evening concluded with a patriotic rendition of 'Vande Mataram', earning a standing ovation.
Sundeep Bhutoria, Managing Trustee of the Prabha Khaitan Foundation, highlighted the initiative's vision to create wider platforms for diverse art forms in the Awadh region, acknowledging its historical cultural significance. The foundation aims to foster traditional arts and music across more cities.
