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Pune Arts Center Hosts Ghazal Maestro Minu Bakshi
19 Aug
Summary
- Minu Bakshi enchanted audiences with classic ghazals.
- Padma Shri Pt. Vijay Ghate showcased a vocal, instrumental, and dance fusion.
- Shakir Ali Khan presented classical Raga Jhinjhoti and Raag Yaman.
The Sri Indradeo Center for Performing Arts in Pune recently hosted a vibrant music program, Swar Milan, featuring acclaimed artists.
Ghazal virtuoso Minu Bakshi, celebrated for her unique renditions, graced the stage, delighting attendees with beloved ghazals like 'jhuki jhuki si nazar' and 'Aj Jane ki zid na karo'. She was expertly accompanied by Ganesh Mehra on keyboard, Ghulam Sabir on tabla, and Manas Gosavi on esraj.
A significant highlight was 'Tridha', a captivating jugalbandi involving Padma Shri Pt. Vijay Ghate and Kathak dancer Sheetal Kolwalkar. This performance seamlessly blended vocals, instruments, and dance, including a devotional piece and a tabla-Kathak duet in Rupak taal.
The evening also showcased the classical prowess of Shakir Ali Khan, who performed in Raag Jhinjhoti, presenting intricate alap and toda. He later joined Mohsin Ali Khan for a mesmerizing duet in Raag Yaman, accompanied by Amit Bhushan on tabla.
