Why do some Hindustani vocalists and instrumentalists from certain places like Dharwad attain international fame? Take examples of Pandit Bhimsen Joshi, Dr. Gangubai Hangal, Pandit Mallikarjun Mansur,Pandit Basavraj Rajguru,Pandit Kumar Gandharva, Ustad Rahmat Khan Sitarwale, Pandit Devendra Murdeshwar or the present generation – Ustad Usman Khan (now based in Pune), Fayyaz Khan Sarangia (now based in Bengaluru) and Prof Venkatesh Kumar, Jayteerth Mehundi both from Dharwad).

To get answers, do attend an event by Kalkeri Sangeet Vidyalaya, Dharwad, Supported by the French-Canadian nationals and helped by Dharwad-based Ustad Hameed Khan (grandson of Ustad Rahmat Khan), these socially and economically ignored children are taught in the ancient Gurukul system and each student is assigned a Guru. It is not difficult to find Gurus in this land of Joshis and Hangals!

This event spanning 90 minutes, by the students includes two short themes in Hindustani ragas, solo Bansuri, violin and tabla recitals will attempt to answer your questions.

Admission to these events is free.

Program Details:

Mysore Association, Bhau Daji Road, Kings circle, 400019 (Tel: 24024647)

Thursday, June 21,2012 , 7.00 p.m.

Karnataka Sangha, C.S.M.Road, Matunga Road (W) Mumbai 400 016 (Tel: 24377022/24379645)

Saturday June 23, 2012, 6.00 p.m.

For more info, visit www.ksv.org.in

source: http://www.shadjamadhyam.com / Home> submitted by Mukul / June 18th, 2012