This year’s festival has garnered special support from the Santoor Ashram and Guru Tarun Bhattacharya. The event will be hosted by Anand Singh, who will lead the audience through an unforgettable cultural experience. Dhaani Music and Cultural Foundation, a non-profit organization, is dedicated to making classical music accessible to younger audiences and providing a stage for both established and emerging artists.

The Fagun month, symbolizing the arrival of the spring season, is a time for exuberant festivals such as Holi, Maha Shivaratri, and Rang Panchami, making it the perfect occasion for this celebration. The festival will feature musical presentations that beautifully capture the essence of the season through ragas that reflect the vibrancy of spring.

This year’s Fagunotsav will showcase performances by renowned artists Purbayan Chatterjee on the sitar, Ranjit Pathak on the santoor, and Savani Shende in a classical vocal recital. Accompanying the artists will be tabla players Anubrata Chatterjee, Ajit Pathak, and Rohit Mujumdar, and Rahul Gole on the Harmonium.

Purbayan Chatterjee shared his excitement, saying, “It is truly a joy to perform at a festival dedicated to spring. This is the perfect time to present ragas like ‘Paraj Basant Bahar’ and others that reflect the beauty of the season. I am particularly excited to be performing with my long-time tabla accompanist, Anubrata Chatterjee, after a long gap.”

Ranjit Pathak also expressed his enthusiasm, stating, “The santoor has a unique ability to bring out the colors and fragrances of spring. Through this performance, we, as artists, are eager to offer the audience a glimpse into the magical, vibrant celebration of the spring season.”

Savani Shende said, “The Fagunotsav is a unique concept, providing artists an opportunity to present lively and uplifting compositions like Dadra, Hori, and Chaiti, which are in perfect harmony with the season. While such compositions are often performed during festivals like Diwali and Malhar Utsav, the Fagunotsav offers a chance to showcase the music that honors the splendor of spring.”

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About Dhaani Music and Cultural Foundation:

Dhaani Music and Cultural Foundation is a non-profit organization committed to the promotion of Indian classical music and culture. The foundation provides a platform for both seasoned and emerging artists, and works to engage and inspire the younger generation by showcasing the rich traditions of classical music through events such as the Fagunotsav.

Though Ustad Zakir Hussain is no longer with us in this world, his presence continues to resonate, his spirit lives on through his music, and his essence remains woven into the rhythm of every beat. His unparalleled artistry, humility, and passion for Indian classical music have left an indelible mark, inspiring musicians and music lovers alike across generations.

The concept for “3 Sur 3 Taal” was born during an impromptu conversation between Shri Shashi Vyas, Founder and Managing Director of Pancham Nishad Creatives Pvt. Ltd., and Ustad Zakir Hussain. While the idea remained dormant due to their respective commitments, it was revived in October 2024 as a platform to showcase prodigious young talent. Today, it stands as a heartfelt Pranaam to the maestro, celebrating his vision of uniting tradition with youthful energy.

“3 Sur 3 Taal” features three integral aspects of Indian classical music:

• Kanthswars: Vocal performances
• Swarvadyas: Melodic instrumental performances
• Taalvadyas: Percussion performances

“Veteran tabla maestro Yogesh Samsi will reflect on Ustad Zakir Hussain’s immense contributions, offering deep insights into his musical legacy, the featured performances, and the essence of Indian classical music.”

Performance Lineup

Session 1

• Vivek Pandya – Tabla Solo | Ajay Joglekar (Lehra)
  Timing: 9:15 AM to 10:00 AM
• Mehtab Ali Niazi – Sitar | Khurram (Tabla)
  Timing: 10:15 AM to 11:15 AM
• Aniruddha Aithal – Vocal | Swapnil Bhise (Tabla) | Siddhesh Bicholkar (Harmonium)
  Timing: 11:30 AM to 12:30 PM

Session 2

• Ishaan Ghosh – Tabla Solo | Sabir Khan (Sarangi)
  Timing: 2:00 PM to 2:45 PM
• S Akash – Flute | Aditya Kalyanpur (Tabla)
  Timing: 3:00 PM to 4:00 PM
• Armaan Khan – Vocal | Surjeet Singh (Tabla) | Nachiket (Harmonium)
  Timing: 4:15 PM to 5:15 PM

Session 3

• Yashwant Vaishnav – Tabla Solo | Sabir Khan (Sarangi)
  Timing: 6:00 PM to 6:45 PM
• Momin Khan – Sarangi | Anubrata Chatterjee (Tabla)
  Timing: 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM
• Gandhar Deshpande – Vocal | Yati Bhagwat (Tabla) | Sudhanshu Gharpure (Harmonium)
  Timing: 8:15 PM to 9:15 PM

Event Details

• Title: 3 Sur 3 Taal – Sangeetmay Tihai
• Date: Sunday, February 16, 2025
• Time: 9:00 AM onwards
• Venue: Y. B. Chavan Auditorium, Nariman Point, Mumbai
• Entry: The event is open to all (Few seats reserved).

A Heartfelt Homage

“3 Sur 3 Taal” is a soulful celebration of the maestro’s vision and a reminder of his timeless presence. Join us for this musical journey as we offer our respect to Ustad Zakir Hussain’s extraordinary legacy through the vibrant voices, melodies, and rhythms of young talent.