Smt Kaushiki Chakrabarty | Pandit Sanju Sahai - Thumri | Indian Classical Music

Smt Kaushiki Chakrabarty represents a family of artists hailing from Calcutta, Eastern India. Daughter of the legendary singer, Pandit Ajoy Chakrabarty ji, Kaushiki began her musical journey right from her earliest years.

Guided by her father (and Guru), Kaushiki is now one of India's foremost vocal talents and represents the brightest of young stars in the art form today.

She is accompanied by the legendary artist Pandit Sanju Sahai ji of the Benares Gharana (School) of Tabla. Pandit ji is currently the head of the Benares Gharana of Tabla and represents the 6th Generation of Tabla artists hailing from the founder, Pandit Ram Sahai ji.

Providing additional accompaniment on the harmonium, the wonderful Smt Paromita Mukherjee ji.

This excerpt is taken from their performance of a Thumri in Raga Mishra Pahadi in Dadra Taal (6 beat time cycle)

This festival is one of the largest gatherings of musicians and artists in India over a 6 day and night period. It is certainly one of the most mystical experiences for artists and concert goers alike.

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Credits:
Director: Alex Blogg
Producer: Oliver Burton
Sound Recordist: Tobias Brent

A special thanks to our partners the Sankat Mochan Sangeet Samaroh Foundation Varanasi, India.

A Kaashi Arts production in partnership with Recording Earth (http://recordingearth.com).