"The Next Generation" - Ritesh & Rajnish Mishra's MOST EMOTIONAL Raag Ramkali | Banaras Gharana

"The Next Generation" - Ritesh & Rajnish Mishra's MOST EMOTIONAL Raag Ramkali | Banaras Gharana | Sankat Mochan Sangeet Samaroh 2024

Experience this powerful Hindustani Classical Vocal duet by Pandit Ritesh Mishra & Pandit Rajnish Mishra, the torchbearers of the legendary Banaras Gharana. This mesmerizing full-length concert, performed live at the auspicious Sankat Mochan Sangeet Samaroh 2024, opens with the early morning melody Raag Ramkali (Bhairav Thaat), followed by an emotional Thumri. A must-watch masterclass in the art of Jugalbandi.

This archival recording captures the sheer brilliance and synchronicity of the Mishra Brothers, sons and disciples of the late legendary Pt. Rajan Mishra and Pt. Sajan Mishra. Their performance perfectly embodies the soulful, rhythmic, and poetic style of the Banaras Gayaki tradition.

The set showcases the complex yet beautiful structure of Raag Ramkali, a powerful morning raga from the Bhairav Thaat, often known for its devotional and emotional depth. The later inclusion of the popular Thumri showcases their versatility in Semi-Classical forms, making it an engaging listen for both purists and new listeners of Indian Music.

🙏 About the Artists:
Pandit Ritesh & Rajnish Mishra, sons and disciples of Padma Bhushan Pt. Rajan Mishra and Pt. Sajan Mishra, have inherited one of India’s richest musical lineages — the Banaras Gharana of Hindustani classical music.
Known for their powerful vocal interplay, emotional depth, and devotional purity, the duo continues their family’s century-long tradition of sacred music dedicated to Lord Rama and Lord Hanuman.

🎵 About the Festival:
The Sankat Mochan Sangeet Samaroh is India’s longest-running devotional music festival, held annually at the Sankat Mochan Hanuman Temple, Varanasi.
For over 100 years, it has brought together the greatest maestros of Indian classical music — presenting every note as an offering of bhakti (devotion).

📍 Venue: Sankat Mochan Hanuman Temple, Varanasi
📅 Festival Edition: Sankat Mochan Sangeet Samaroh 2024
🎧 Genre: Hindustani Classical | Vocal Duet | Banaras Gharana | Live Devotional

Navigate the full concert with these chapter markers. Using timestamps helps viewers skip long intros and find specific compositions, significantly improving Audience Retention:

00:00: Introduction and Artist Felicitation

04:55: Announcement of Raag Ramkali (Bhairav Thaat)

05:48: Composition 1: Vilambit Ektaal: Le Sahib Ko Naam Poor Ho... (Vilambit Khayal)

39:00: Composition 2: Drut Teentaal: Sagari Rain Ke Jaage Page... (Drut Khayal)

54:10: MOST EMOTIONAL PIECE: Thumri in Dadra Taal: Jogiya Mere Ghar Aa...

01:08:40: Bhajan/Tarana: Janani Main Na Ju Bin Ram... (A popular and highly searchable devotional composition)

A special mention and Thank You to the accompanying artists who elevated this fantastic Jugalbandi concert:

Vocal Duet (Gayan): Pandit Ritesh Mishra & Pandit Rajnish Mishra

Tabla: Pandit Shailendra Mishra

Sarangi: Shri Vinayak Sahai

Harmonium (Samvadini): Shri Sumit Mishra

Gharana: Banaras Gharana, Vocal Music, Hindustani Sangeet.

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