Hindustani classical vocal exponent Arati Anklikar Tikekar will present ‘Shyam Rang’ to celebrate Lord Krishna and Janmashtami, on August 8.
by The Editors | editor@themetrognome.in
On the occasion of Janmashtami, the National Centre for Performing Arts (NCPA) will present ‘Shyam Rang’. The programme is a Hindustani vocal recital that will celebrate the legend of Krishna, the dark one, through music.
In this concert, renowned vocalist Arati Ankalikar Tikekar will present a bouquet of compositions in various genres of classical, semi-classical and light music related to the theme of Krishna. She is currently recognised as one of the top vocalists of the younger generation. Being a disciple of famous singers such as Pandit Vasantrao Kulkarni, Kishori Amonkar and Pandit Ulhas Kashalkar, among others, her singing style is a rare combination of great qualities from various gharanas. She has received training in Agra as well as Gwalior-Atrauli gharanas.
The recital will take place at the NCPA on August 8, 2014 at 6.30 pm. Tickets are priced at Rs 250 and Rs 300.
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