####Musical Symphony Casts a Spell in a New Style
Grand and vibrant conclusion of Shilpgram Festival
Udaipur:The Shilpgram Festival concluded on a high note with a spectacular Musical Symphony, where nearly three dozen folk musical instruments blended together to create a powerful and enchanting soundscape. As the rhythmic beats resonated through the Shilpgram ambience, the audience was left spellbound. Instruments such as sarangi, flute, madal, rabab, morchang and pung, drawn from different states, interacted in a unique question-and-answer musical format, earning thunderous applause from art lovers.
This captivating performance was presented on Tuesday, the final day of the Shilpgram Festival, at the open-air stage, and was organised by the West Zone Cultural Centre (WZCC), Udaipur.
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Director Furqan Khan’s Vision Gave a New Dimension
The innovative concept and direction of this musical symphony were envisioned by Furqan Khan, Director of WZCC, Udaipur, who brought together nearly three dozen traditional instruments on one grand stage in a refreshed and dynamic format. The seamless coordination of melodic improvisations and harmonious rhythms delighted the audience, who responded with enthusiastic applause, encouraging artists from across the country.
The compact yet powerful performance featured folk instruments from Rajasthan’s border regions of Jaisalmer and Barmer to Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand, Assam, Manipur and Tamil Nadu. Beyond music, the presentation was visually captivating due to colourful costumes and integrated dance elements. Instruments showcased included khartal, morchang, various drums, madal, sarangi, flute, rabab, matki, pung, ransingha, karnal, been, harmonium, bhapang and algoza. Beginning with the gentle waves of the nad, the symphony left an indelible impression on the minds and hearts of art enthusiasts.
Folk Dances Painted the Stage with Cultural Colours
Prior to the musical symphony, a series of vibrant folk dance performances enthralled the audience at the open-air theatre. Gujarat’s tribal dances Dang and Siddi Dhamal infused the atmosphere with energy and enthusiasm. Classical-folk fusion performances such as Mayur dance, Manipur’s Pung Cholom, West Bengal’s Rai Bense and Purulia Chhau, Maharashtra’s Lavani, and Rajasthan’s iconic Kalbeliya dance drew widespread appreciation.
Other performances included Bhapang recital, Uttarakhand’s Chhapeli, Assam’s Bihu, Manipur’s Thang-Ta stick dance, Odisha’s Gotipua, West Bengal’s Natua, along with energetic Bhangra and Singhi Chham, which had the audience swaying in rhythm.
Earlier in the evening, audiences also enjoyed Sundari Vadan, Terah Taali, Manganiyar folk singing and Bhavai dance performances.
The programme was gracefully anchored by Durgesh Chandwani and Dr. Mohita Dixit.
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