Barkha Ritu 2026: A Monsoon Celebration with the Maestros at Nehru Centre, Mumbai
About This Event
Barkha Ritu returns with its second edition as a grand celebration of the monsoon through the timeless beauty of Indian classical music. Inspired by the rains and the emotions they evoke, the concert explores the rich tradition of monsoon ragas such as Malhar, Des, Megharanjani, and Varunapriya. Bringing together legendary maestros from both Hindustani and instrumental traditions, the evening promises a mesmerizing journey through melodies inspired by nature,...Read more
Barkha Ritu returns with its second edition as a grand celebration of the monsoon through the timeless beauty of Indian classical music. Inspired by the rains and the emotions they evoke, the concert explores the rich tradition of monsoon ragas such as Malhar, Des, Megharanjani, and Varunapriya. Bringing together legendary maestros from both Hindustani and instrumental traditions, the evening promises a mesmerizing journey through melodies inspired by nature, rhythm, and the changing moods of the season. The festival features celebrated artists including Pt. Rahul Sharma, renowned vocalist Pandit Venkatesh Kumar, and sitar virtuoso Shahid Parvez, making it a memorable gathering of some of India's finest classical musicians.
Event Details:
- Date: 7 August 2026
- Time: 6:00 PM
Artists:
Pt. Rahul Sharma
Pandit Venkatesh Kumar
Shahid Parvez
Venue: Nehru Centre, Mumbai
Organizer: Banyan Tree
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Rahul Sharma
Santoor
Rahul Sharma, born 1972 in Mumbai, is an Indian santoor player trained by his father, Pandit Shivkumar Sharma. Performing since the 1990s, he plays classical, film, and cross-genre music globally.
Venkatesh Kumar is a Hindustani vocalist from Bellary, trained under Puttaraj Gawai in Kirana, Gwalior, and Panchakshara styles. Known for devotional Kannada renditions, he gained fame at Sawai
Shahid Parvez
Sitar
Shahid Parvez Khan (b. 1954, Mumbai) is a leading sitarist from the Etawah gharana, trained by his father Ustad Aziz Khan. Known for *Gayaki Ang*, he performs globally and holds honors like the Padma
Nehru Centre, Mumbai
Mumbai, MH, IN
Nehru Centre, Mumbai, is a major cultural and educational institution dedicated to promoting the ideas and vision of India’s first prime minister, Jawaharlal Nehru. Located in Worli, the center hosts a wide range of scientific, cultural, and educational programs. With facilities such as a large auditorium, planetarium…
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