The classical singers gave a splendid performance before the Bhopalites on the opening day of Gayan Parv-7 held at Antarang Hall, Bharat Bhavan.
The classical music lovers were mesmerised with the tuneful presentation of classical sangeet here on Friday, presented by Manjiri Asnare. Further, the students of Pandit Kiran Deshpande named as Vaani Vandana also presented an enchanting performance at the programme.
To begin with the performances, Vaani Vandana a group of 11 classical singers sang the classical tunes. They began with the compositions created and directed by a noted classical singer Pandit Kiran Deshpande. First they presented Sarswati Vandana followed with the classical songs, and wrapped with poetry by Suryakant Thripathi.
later the programme was followed with the performance by Manjiri Asnare.One of the most talented vocalists of the country, Manjri Asnare, was born into a family of musicians.
Manjiri is recognised for her distinctive style of singing which is a beautiful combination of soulful renditions of melodies together with her powerful performances. Maniri with her disciplined practice backed by a methodical and thoughtful approach has imbibed the best qualities of the Jaipur Gharana. Today Maniri is looked upon as a true successor of the complex and rich “Gayaki” of Jaipur Gharana which included great names such as Alladiya Khan and Kesarbai Kerkar. Manjri has performed at major festivals in India and enthralled audience everywhere winning many awards and much praise on the way.
She gave a wondrous performance at Bharat Bhavan under Gayan Parv. Manjiri beagn her performance with Raga Shri under which she splendidly performed Bada Khayal followed with Chhota Khayal. later she performed Raga Tilak, under which she performed a composition followed with Tarana. She wrapped up her performance with Raga Rajsakanara under which she sang two Bandhishe.
‘Gayan Parv’ is a musical show featuring classical and semi-classical singers on stage altogether. This kind of musical show is being organised at Bharat Bhavan for the first time. Well renowned singers from different ‘gharanas’ of classical and semi-classical music. The audiences enjoyed the evening witnessing the soothing mild classical ragas.