Singing a divine tune

Chandigarh Sangeet Natak Akademi is celebrating the 550th birth anniversary of Guru Nanak Dev, titled Ekas Ke Hum Barik, by organising a three-day music festival at Tagore Theatre, Sector-18, Chandigarh from November 20 to 22.

November 20: Bhai Baldeep Singh

Bhai Baldeep Singh, an accomplished musician and kirtaniya, is also a sensitive interpreter of the needs of a cultural transformation and rejuvenation of cultural values. He is in the process of developing the Anad Conservatory: An institute of Arts, Aesthetics & Culture.

November 21: Pt Ajay Pohankar

Pt Ajay Pohankar is an eminent Indian classical vocalist of national and international acclaim, belonging to the Kirana gharana. In 2009 Pohankar was awarded the Tansen Samman by the Government of Madhya Pradesh in 2012, he was awarded the Sangeet Natak Akademi Award.

November 22: Neera Grover

Dr Neera Grover is a versatile singer, well-known for her proficiency in Khayal-Gayaki and Sugam-Sangeet. Initiated into music by her father, late Panna Lal Madan, she has also learned from Pt. Jitendra Kumar and Pt. Yash Paul of the Agra gharana. She also has a distinction of learning under Padma Bhushan Ustad Khaadim Hussain Khan of Mumbai. As a performing artist Grover has given numerous national and international performances.