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Kashmiri & Rajasthani Melodies Unite in Jaipur
4 Aug
Summary
- Kashmiri singer Aabha Hanjura collaborated with Manganiyar musicians.
- A unique fusion of Kashmiri and Rajasthani folk traditions was presented.
- The performance featured a blend of Sufi, Bhakti, and Indian folk music.
Jaipur was recently graced by a unique musical evening where Kashmiri artistes collaborated with Rajasthan's Manganiyar musicians. Kashmiri singer Aabha Hanjura, alongside Manganiyar artists Bhutta Khan, Ikhlas Khan, and Sawai Khan, presented a mesmerizing fusion of their respective folk traditions.
Their performance captivated Jaipur's music lovers by blending the soulful sounds of the Kashmiri rabab with the rhythmic beats of the Rajasthani khartaal. Aabha Hanjura's Indian Folk Collective showcased a rich tapestry of Sufi, Bhakti, and Indian folk fusion music, starting with a traditional Kashmiri wedding song.
Later, Aabha expressed her thrill at the positive audience response and the experience of working with Rajasthani artistes, noting how the collaboration breaks cultural barriers. She also performed popular Bollywood numbers and her latest composition, 'O Re Sakhi,' aimed at uniting Rajasthan and Kashmir through music.
