Indian Classical Music Festival in New Delhi upcoming

The Shriram Shankarlal Music Festival 2025 will be held in New Delhi from March 21 to 23. The festival will showcase three evenings of Indian classical music. It features performances by well-known artists like Rahul Sharma, Padma Shri Ashwini Bhide Deshpande, and Ustad Amjad Ali Khan. The festival takes place at the Open-Air Theatre, Shriram Bharatiya Kala Kendra Lawns. It is a well-respected event that has celebrated Indian classical music for many years. Each year, it brings together talented musicians and enthusiastic audiences. The festival aims to highlight the beauty of this art form and offers a captivating experience for both experts and newcomers. On the first night, Rahul Sharma will perform on the Santoor. He is known for blending traditional and modern styles. This will be followed by a vocal performance by Padma Shri Ashwini Bhide Deshpande, a notable singer from the Jaipur-Atrauli gharana. The second day features a flute recital by Debopriya and Suchismita Chatterjee. Their skill has earned them much admiration in the music community. They will be followed by a performance from Prabhakar and Diwakar Kashyap, who are known for their emotive singing. The evening will close with a Sitar performance by Padma Bhushan Budhaditya Mukherjee. The final day promises an extraordinary experience. It will begin with a vocal performance by Pt. Vinayak Malharrao Torvi. He is admired for his deep understanding of ragas. The festival will conclude with a standout Sarod recital by the legendary Ustad Amjad Ali Khan. Overall, the Shriram Shankarlal Music Festival 2025 is more than just a series of concerts. It celebrates the rich heritage of Indian classical music, which remains relevant despite modern musical trends.