46TH SANGEET SAMRAT KHANSAHEB ALLADIYAKHAN MUSIC FESTIVAL

29 March 2025/

46th Sangeet Samrat Khansaheb Alladiyakhan Music Festival: A Grand Musical Celebration

IMMERSE YOURSELF IN THE SOUL-STIRRING MELODIES OF INDIAN CLASSICAL MUSIC AT THE 46TH SANGEET SAMRAT KHANSAHEB ALLADIYAKHAN MUSIC FESTIVAL, TO BE HELD FROM APRIL 17TH TO 20TH, 2025, AT THE BAL VIKAS SANGH HALL, CHEMBUR (E), MUMBAI.

Organized by D.R. Khadke Pratisthan, Mumbai, this festival celebrates the rich heritage of Hindustani music with captivating performances and profound tributes. Witness the legacy of musical pioneers Alladiyakhan, Wamanrao Sadolikar and D. R Khadke, as this festival becomes a stage for artistry and tradition.

“For 45 glorious years, the Sangeet Samrat Alladiya Khan Music Festival has stood as a timeless tribute to the legendary Ustad Alladiyakhan. As we celebrate the 46th edition this year from 17th to 20th April 2025, we invite all to witness this extraordinary journey of music and tradition. With free entry, join us in honoring this remarkable legacy, as eminent artists come together to pay heartfelt homage through their mesmerizing performances. Let the music resonate!,” says Suresh Khadke, organiser of the Music Festival.

Dive into the rich tapestry of Indian classical music through an unforgettable four-day event from 17th till 20th April 2025 at the Bal Vikas Sangh Hall, Chembur, Mumbai.

The presentation of the Swaravrati Sanman 2025 to legendary sarangi player and Hindustani classical musician Padma Vibhushan Pandit Ram Narayan, posthumously will be a prestigious highlight to the event, celebrating extraordinary contributions to Indian classical music.

A Grand Opening: April 17, 2025

The 46th Sangeet Samrat Khansaheb Alladiyakhan Music Festival begins on 17th April 2025, with an extraordinary showcase of musical brilliance at the Bal Vikas Sangh Hall, Chembur, Mumbai.

Starting at 4:15 P.M, Sri Dhananjay Hegde mesmerizes with classical vocals, accompanied by Shri Dnyaneshwar Sonawane on harmonium and Shri Mandar Puranik on tabla. At 5:30 P.M, the strings come alive with the captivating sitar performance by Pandit Nayan Ghosh, supported by the tabla artistry of Shri Pavan Sidam. At 7:00 P.M, the evening delves into tradition with Pandit Uday Bhawalkar’s Dhrupad recital, joined by Shri Pratap Balasaheb Awad on pakhawaj. Finally, at 8:30 P.M, the night concludes with the soulful classical vocals of Pandit Raghunandan Panshikar, accompanied by Shri Siddhesh Bicholkar on harmonium and Shri Mandar Puranik on tabla. An unforgettable evening that marks the start of a festival celebrating the legacy of Indian classical music!

The second day of the festival, 18th April 2025, promises an enchanting blend of musical mastery. Starting at 4:15 P.M, witness the soulful classical vocals of Dr. Chetana Pathak, accompanied by Shri Siddhesh Bicholkar on harmonium and Shri Yati Bhagwat on tabla. At 5:30 P.M, immerse yourself in the rhythmic brilliance of a tabla solo by Shri Aneesh Pradhan, joined by Shri Dnyaneshwar Sonawane on harmonium. The evening deepens with the emotive classical vocals of Ustad Waseem Ahmed Khan from Kolkata, accompanied by Shri Niranjan Lele (Harmonium) and Shri Swapnil Bhise (Tabla), at 7:00 P.M, followed by a grand finale at 8:30 P.M by the celebrated Vidhushi Manjusha Patil from Pune. Renowned musicians Shri Siddhesh Bicholkar on harmonium and Shri Yati Bhagwat on tabla will accompany her.

On 19th April 2025, prepare for an enchanting musical journey at 4:15 P.M with a captivating classical vocal performance by Shri Bhagyesh Marathe, accompanied by the harmonium maestro Shri Siddhesh Bicholkar and tabla virtuoso Shri Yati Bhagwat. At 5:30 P.M, the soul-stirring flute recital by Pandit Ronu Majumdar, supported by Shri Rohit Deo on tabla, will fill the evening with harmony. The magic continues at 7:00 P.M. with the classical vocal artistry of Ms. Kalapini Komkali, joined by Shri Niranjan Lele on harmonium and Shri Mandar Puranik on tabla. Finally, the night culminates with a spellbinding performance at 8:30 P.M by Smt. Ashwini Bhide Deshpande, accompanied by Smt. Seema Shirodkar on harmonium and Shri Vishwanath Shirodkar on tabla.

Let the rhythm and melody of this unforgettable evening resonate with your soul!

A Fitting Finale: A Day of Musical Splendor

The final day of the 46th Sangeet Samrat Alladiyakhan Music Festival promises to be a magnificent celebration of musical excellence and camaraderie.

The final day promises to be a magnificent symphony of tradition and talent, starting at 8:30 A.M with a delightful flute and santoor jugalbandi by Smt. Kasturi Deshpande-Manjrekar, supported by Shri Siddhesh Bicholkar on the harmonium, and Shri Swapnil Bhise on tabla.

At 9:45 A.M, the festival takes a vibrant turn with an enchanting jugalbandi by Shri Hrishikesh Majumdar and Shri Ninad Daithankar, accompanied by Shri Rohit Deo on tabla.

Following this, at 11:00 A.M, a soulful Jasrangi Jugalbandi by Shri Nimish Kaikadi and Smt Swarangi Marathe – Kale promises to blend two unique ragas into one harmonious dialogue. Guided by their mastery, their voices will weave a tapestry of classical richness, accompanied by talented musicians on harmonium and tabla. Shri Nimish Kaikadi will captivate with his classical vocal performance, joined by Shri Dnyaneshwar Sonawane on harmonium and Shri Yati Bhagwat on tabla. Smt. Swarangi Marathe-Kale, supported by Shri Sudhanshu Gharpure on harmonium and Shri Tejovrush Joshi on tabla, will mesmerise all.

The day concludes on a high note with a spellbinding classical vocal performance by Pandita Shubhada Paradkar, accompanied by Shri Siddhesh Bicholkar on harmonium and Shri Mandar Puranik on tabla.

From the mesmerizing jugalbandis to the soulful classical performances, each artist will showcase their unique flair, creating an unforgettable symphony of tradition and innovation.

The Sangeet Samrat Alladiyakhan Music Festival honors the legendary Alladiyakhan Saheb of the Jaipur-Atrauli Gharana. Founded by Late D.R. Khadke Kaka, this event embraces diversity by welcoming artists from various musical traditions. Run by the D.R. Khadke Pratishthan, the festival is unique for its free entry, making music accessible to all.