'Bharat Vadya Darshanam' by 'Gandharva Aaradhyam' will Perform at G20
Art and Culture
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The performance, titled 'Bharat Vadya Darshanam' or 'Musical Journey of India,' will be presented by the 'Gaandharva Aatodyam' group and will take centre stage during the ceremonial dinner hosted by President Droupadi Murmu in honour of the G20 leaders on September 9.
Conceptualized by the Sangeet Natak Akademi, the presentation will feature an array of Indian classical musical instruments, including santoor, saranagi, jal tarang, and shehnai.
In a celebration of India's diverse musical heritage, a virtuoso ensemble of instrumentalists, each representing various classical and contemporary music styles, is set to enthral world leaders attending the G20 Summit.
It promises to showcase prominent musical styles, such as Hindustani, Carnatic, folk, and contemporary music, all of which encapsulate India's rich musical tapestry.
Sangeet Natak AkademiSangeet Natak Akademi, the apex body in the field of performing arts in the country, was set up in 1953 for the preservation and promotion of the vast intangible heritage of India’s diverse culture expressed in forms of music, dance and drama. The management of the Akademi vests in its General Council. The Chairman of the Akademi is appointed by the President of India for a term of five years. The functions of the Akademi are set down in the Akademi’s Memorandum of Association, adopted at its registration as a society on 11 September 1961. The registered office of the Akademi is at Rabindra Bhavan, 35 FerozeShah Road, New Delhi. Sangeet Natak Akademi is an autonomous body of the Ministry of Culture, Government of India. |
