Flute Magic of Joshi and Kathak Grace of Gauri Captivate Audiences
Udaipur: The melodious flute of Pandit Chetan Joshi and the graceful Kathak of Gauri Divakar created an enchanting evening at Shilpgram on Friday, leaving classical music enthusiasts spellbound. These performances marked the opening of the three-day ‘Ritu Vasant’ festival, organized by the West Zone Cultural Centre.
The event began with a traditional lamp lighting ceremony by theatre expert Prof. Suresh Sharma (former Director of NSD, New Delhi and NCZCC, Prayagraj), artist Prem Bhandari, Centre Director Furkan Khan, and the performers themselves. Furkan Khan welcomed all attendees warmly.
Pandit Chetan Joshi’s Flute Performance:
The evening commenced with the internationally acclaimed flute maestro and Sangeet Natak Akademi Award recipient Pandit Chetan Joshi. He opened the performance with an elaborate Alap, Jod, and Jhala in Raag Rageshwari, including the rare use of the Ati-Mandara Saptak, a technique highlighted in several research studies. Following the introductory Alap, he played a composition in Vilambit Rupak Tala, showcasing intricate rhythmic patterns, including the medium tempo bandish “Jhananan Baje Mori Payaliya”, and concluded with a fast tempo bandish that enthralled the audience. He finished with a heart-touching melody evoking the spring season, leaving a lasting impression.
The performance was accompanied by senior tabla maestro Pandit Hitendra Dixit from Indore, with collaborative support from Pandit Joshi’s student and son, Anjaney Joshi, who has set a national record in flute performance this year at the age of 14 and is a recipient of a national scholarship from the Government of India.
Gauri Divakar’s Kathak Captivates Audience:
Renowned dancer Gauri Divakar mesmerized the audience with her Kathak performance. She opened with Saraswati Vandana, composed by Suryakant Tripathi Nirala, to welcome the spring season. She then presented Ashtapadi compositions by Pandit Bindadin Maharaj, set to music by Pandit Birju Maharaj, beautifully depicting Krishna’s dance movements with precise Kathak expressions. Dancers Tanuja Bora, Mansi Mehta, Nikita Parashar, Tarushri Rajora, Richa Balooni, and Sanstuti Rai enhanced the performance with their intricate footwork and expressions.
Gauri further showcased her versatility with Mugdha, a performance symbolizing beauty and femininity, portraying Radha’s eternal love for Krishna in a profoundly expressive manner, earning rapturous applause. The choreography, costume, and presentation were conceptualized by Gauri Divakar, with music arranged by Shubha Mudgal and Anish Pradhan. The performance concluded with Bhairavi Vandana, invoking Goddess Bhairavi with devotion.
Saturday Attractions:
Furkan Khan, Director of the West Zone Cultural Centre, shared that the second day of the festival will feature a unique jugalbandi between Jaipur-based violinist Gulzar Hussain and Rajasthan’s only acclaimed Dilruba player Mohammed Umar. Additionally, world-renowned Odissi dancer Kavita Dwivedi will perform, blending themes of liberation, identity, compassion, and spiritual tranquility with modern contexts, promising an evening of mesmerizing classical artistry.
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