The two-day classical musical programme had a grand closure with the flawless performance by the school students of the city that left the audience enthralled. The classical programme ‘Waqt Hamara Hai’ organised in the memory of Pandit lal Mani Vishwa concluded here on Wednesday at Antarang Hall, Bharat Bhavan. The programme is jointly organised by Ravindra Nath Manch, Bhopal and a voluntary organisation Mandu Kali, Bhopal.
The programme began with Rainy Vrind performed by the students of St Paul’s School. Students of from grades five till high school performed together on the stage. The students performed with much confidence and gave outstanding classical presentation before the audiences.
The students began with Sargam Geet in different variations, marking a wondrous start for the concluding eve. The students then performed a composition by Kalpana Naath ‘Gaa Raha Hai Phirse Bharatiya Desh Hamara’. They wrapped up their performance with ‘Hind Desh Ke Hum Wasi’.
After a mesmerising performance staged by the school students, a renowned Sarod played Amir Khan performed Sarod recital at the programme adding more charm in the evening. He began the recital with Raga Rageshwari in Alap, Jhor Jhala. He then performed Do Gat in Ek Taal and Teen Taal. As he was playing the Sarod, his experience and love for music was clearly witnessed by the audience.
He was accompanied by Shahnawaz Hussain on Tabla.The classical eve concluded with the performance by a young classical vocalist Siddhartha Parashar. He is a young music composer, singer, musician and audiographer. “I have been into music since my childhood days and currently pursuing music as a profession. It gives me pleasure as I enjoy music a lot” says Siddhartha.
He is well trained in Indian classical music by Pt Siddharam Swami Korwar He has strong command over electronic and pop music. His style is versatile, ranging from traditional Indian music to new techno style.