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The Hindu
15-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Hindu
Parampara Sangeetotsava in Dharwad from today
Sitar Ratna Samiti is organising a three-day music festival Parampara Sangeetotsava in memory of sitar maestro Abdul Karim Khan in Dharwad from Friday. Speaking to presspersons in Dharwad on Thursday, president of the Sitar Ratna Samiti Raghavendra Ayi said that the music festival organised to pay tribute to the sitar maestro will be held at Alur Venkatarao Bhavan. Mr. Ayi said that on the inaugural day, vocalist Saurabh Nayak from Pune and sarod exponent Aniket Chakravarty from Kolkata will perform from 5.30 p.m. to 9 p.m. They will be accompanied by Keshwa Joshi, Bharat Hegde and Hemant Joshi. On the second day, Shehnai exponent Pramod Gaikwad from Pune and vocalist Sri Ram Narayan Jha from Delhi will perform. They will be accompanied by Nisar Ahmed, Keshav Joshi and Basavaraj Hiremath. On the concluding day, there will be vocal performances by Subhash Pawar from Goa and Radhika Joshi from Pune, followed by a tabla jugalbandi by Pandit Raghunath Nakod and Pandit Ravikaran Nakod. Shankar Kabadi, Shrihari Diggavi, Prasad Madiwalar, Basavaraj Hiremath and Vinod Patil will be the accompanists for the concerts.
The Hindu
27-04-2025
- Politics
- The Hindu
Hindu Jagruti Sene demands renaming Islamabad Colony in Kalaburagi
Members of Hindu Jagruti Sene have urged the district authorities to rename Islamabad Colony in Kalaburagi as it resembles the 'capital' of Pakistan. Sene district president Laxmikant Swadi, addressing a press conference in Kalaburagi on Sunday, said that Islamabad Colony should be named after an Indian who has made significant contribution for the nation. The Sene members also suggested a few names to be considered for renaming the colony, including the 14th Century Sufi Saint Hazrat Khwaja Bande Nawaz, Param Vir Chakra award winner Abdul Hamid, Brigadier Mohammad Usmaan, the former President of India and aerospace scientist A.P.J. Abdul Kalam, Shehnai maestro Ustad Bismillah Khan and Tabla maestro Ustad Zakir Hussain. The Sene members will stage a protest in the city and submit a memorandum to Kalaburagi City Corporation Commissioner on Tuesday demanding renaming the colony immediately. They warned that name boards with the existing name will be smeared with black paint, if the authorities fail to rename the colony immediately.
IOL News
25-04-2025
- Entertainment
- IOL News
Bombay Lights set to mesmerise with their unique sound at the Cape Town International Jazz Festival
Bombay Lights promises to enchant audiences with their unique fusion of soul and Indian classical roots blended seamlessly with contemporary jazz. Image: Lutho Pasiya The anticipation is electric as the Cape Town International Jazz Festival (CTIJF) kicks off this evening at the Cape Town International Convention Centre (CTICC). Among the talented acts is the eagerly awaited Bombay Lights, a band that promises to enchant audiences with their unique fusion of soul and Indian classical roots blended seamlessly with contemporary jazz. Taking the stage at the intimate Rosies area tomorrow at 6pm, Bombay Lights is set to deliver a performance characterised by dreamy melodies and intricate rhythms - an experience designed to transport listeners on a vivid sonic journey. Renowned for their hypnotic and evocative sound, the band incorporates traditional Indian instruments like the Santoor harmonium and the Shehnai into their repertoire, complemented by vibrant percussion and modern rhythms. Today, the band participated in a masterclass at the CTICC, engaging with festival attendees on using traditional instruments in jazz. The CTIJF 2025 masterclasses were curated and facilitated by Craig Parks. Reflecting on their debut at the festival, a band member expressed their excitement: 'This is the very first time that we are here. I'm very glad, and CTICC is such a prestigious venue." "It's such an honour and we would like to thank the entire Cape Town International Jazz Festival team for having us. We are looking forward to performing tomorrow.' When asked about what festival-goers can expect, they shared, 'We will be introducing tunes that we have composed as a team. We will be showcasing some of the oldest traditional instruments of India. Alongside that, we'll blend instruments like congas, bongos, and traditional drums.' The band's name, Bombay Lights, reflects the vibrant life of their hometown, known for its endless energy and brilliance. 'The city doesn't sleep, so that's called Bombay Lights,' they explained. It's a fitting nickname for a group that encapsulates the dynamic spirit of their cultural roots. Exploring their interpretation of jazz, the band noted, 'Jazz for us is not only music. It's a blend of many cultures and improvisation. Indian music is rooted in improvisation; it brings together various cultural influences and thoughts. It's not just about the music or the swing - it's about a lifestyle we live.'
