Kolkata pays a two-day homage to Ustad Dhyanesh Khan | Bengali Movie News - Times of India
Kolkata is set to witness an evocative celebration of Hindustani classical music and dance as
Sangeet Samarpan
unfolds on May 31 and June 1, 2025, at the ICCR’s Satyajit Ray Auditorium. Dedicated to the memory of the legendary sarod maestro Ustad Dhyanesh Khan, the two-day festival promises an inspiring journey through ragas, rhythms, and reverence.Curated with deep respect for classical traditions, the concert brings together a stellar lineup of musicians and dancers whose performances echo the depth and discipline of a rich musical lineage. Both evenings will begin with an ensemble presentation that sets the stage with the energy of emerging artistes shaped by rigorous training.The first evening will feature vocalist Sohini Roy Chowdhury, accompanied by Sayan Chatterjee on harmonium and Asif Khan on tabla.
This will be followed by a tabla solo by Pandit Samar Saha, with harmonium accompaniment by Pandit Hiranmay Mitra. The day will conclude with a sarod recital by Amitava Majumder, joined by Pandit Arup Chattopadhyay on tabla.The second evening opens with another ensemble performance, followed by a tabla solo by Ojas Adhiya, again accompanied by Pandit Hiranmay Mitra. Guru Shib Narayan Banerjee will then present a performance that flows into an Odissi recital by Koyeli Chatterjee, bringing together tradition and grace.
The final act of the festival features Shiraz Ali Khan on sarod, with tabla accompaniment by Ojas Adhiya.Guiding the audience through both evenings will be comperes Swapna Biswas and Yoshita Banerjee, providing context and continuity with warmth and insight.
More than a music festival,
Sangeet Samarpan
is a tribute — an offering of sound and soul to a timeless legacy. With every note and every rhythm, it invites audiences to connect with the enduring spirit of Hindustani classical music.
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