Candle-lit concert in Kolkata tips a hat to AR Rahman classics
The ambience felt cinematic, almost surreal – hushed, dreamlike, and gently luminous. A four-member ensemble – on the sitar, tabla, santoor, and keyboard – took the audience on a soul-stirring journey through Rahman's timeless discography. From the spirited cadence of Ghanan Ghanan to the haunting tenderness of Tu Hi Re, each composition was reimagined with intricate precision and emotional depth, striking a delicate balance between rhythm and reverie. As the hour-long performance unfolded, evergreen tracks like Jiya Jale, Yeh Haseen Vadiyan, Luka Chuppi, and Kun Faya Kun washed over the room, drawing soft hums and nostalgic smiles from the audience. 'I've always loved Rahman's music,' said attendee Anjali Jha, 'but hearing it live, stripped of lyrics, felt like hearing it for the
first time.'
Tapas Bala on the santoor
Abhisekh Gupta on the sitar
Quotes:
Audience members
To present Rahman's legacy in this form was truly special. We wanted to create an experience, and not just a performance –Abhisekh Gupta, sitar player of the ensemble
The ambience was magical, and the way the musicians brought Rahman's work to life was truly beautiful – Sahej Kaur Chawla, an attendee
Pics: Anindya Saha
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