Naushad Academy of Hindustani Sangeet Hosts a Mesmerising Flute - Tabla Jugalbandi

On 21stNovember 2025 Naushad Academy of Hindustani Sangeet presented an evening that felt less like a concert and more like a gentle invocation of the timeless soul of Indian classical music In a world increasingly shaped by technology speed and distraction the Academy once again illuminated its purpose quietly steadfastly and with an almost devotional sincerity by creating a space where purity of sound and depth of tradition could breatheThe stage belonged to two acclaimed maestros legendary flautistPandit Rakesh Chaurasiaand distinguished tabla virtuosoAnutosh Degharia Their jugalbandi unfolded like a conversation between wind and earth serene responsive and alive with artistic brillianceThe evening commenced with the flute emerging softly as though rising out of silence itself Each note carried clarity and warmth drawing listeners inward The opening alap unfurled with the tenderness of dawn stretching across a quiet horizon Subtle inflections of breath and tone created an atmosphere where music felt less like performance and more like emotion taking form reminiscent of raindrops meeting the earth delicate unhurried yet profoundly movingWhen Anutosh Deghariarsquos tabla entered it did so with grace and intentional restraint offering rhythm not as support but as dialogue At times it mirrored the flutersquos flow at times it questioned it and at times it lifted it into new textures Together the duo demonstrated the pure essence of jugalbandi two voices in conversation cocreating responding and elevating one anotherThe recital journeyed through three classical Raagas each chosen to evoke its own emotional universe Raag Madhuvantiopened the evening with a sense of peace evoking the mellow tenderness of late afternoon light Raag Deshfollowed stirring warmth and nostalgia its phrases reminiscent of monsoons homeland and centuries of living traditionThe programme concluded withRaag Bhairavia meditative finale that offered closure not through silence but through serenityA highlight of the performance was an improvised rhythmic interplay where the flutersquos high crystalline phrases intertwined with agile tabla bols in a vibrant almost playful conversation As the tempo slowly ascended from contemplative to spirited the audience responded with palpable appreciation a testament to the mastery and chemistry of both musiciansIn a deeply emotional momentShri Rehman Naushadshared a cherished memory from family history a young Naushad merely thirteen walking with his maternal uncle to the ldquoUrsrdquo of ldquoHaji Waris Ali Shahrdquoin Barabanki Uttar Pradesh Amidst the spiritual fervour a lone flautist played a melody gentle yet unforgettable Young Naushad first listened with curiosity then entranced and then finally changed forever It was in that moment Rehman Naushad reflected that the seed of a future music maestro was plantedLegendary Music ComposerShri Uttam Singhshared a warm tribute to Rakesh Chaurasia noting how his tone artistry and musical brilliance carry forward the grace of his uncle the legendaryPandit Hariprasad Chaurasia With fondness he recalled having both maestros perform for him over the years ndash an association he cherishes deeplyEsteemed Music Composer Producer son of Uttam SinghShri Gurmeet Singhadded his reflections recalling that Rakesh had performed plenty of solos in his compositions since 1999 What began as collaboration evolved into a bond he described as family friend He noted that Rakeshrsquos artistry has only grown richer with time and stands today at an exceptional zenithAs the final note dissolved into stillness the audience held a reflective silence the kind that lingers only when music touches something beyond the senses It was not just a performance it was an experience that reaffirmed Mumbairsquos connection to classical tradition and the enduring transformative power of live musicIn an era dominated by fastchanging trends and technologydriven consumption Naushad Academy continues to serve as a custodian of heritage holding its flame steadfastly even in the winds of modernityThrough consistent events artist collaborations the Academy has become a sanctuary for lovers of Hindustani classical music This unwavering commitment is made possible by the dedication of its trustees who carry forward the vision with sincerity and perseveranceThe event was presented under the guidance and expertise of theAcademyrsquos permanent trustees Shri Rehman Naushad ndash President Shri Uttam Singh ndash Secretary Shri Gurmeet Singh ndash Treasurer Smt Shehnaaz Parveen Mutiur Rehman ndash Trustee Smt Jasvinder Kaur ndash Trustee Smt Umaraah Mutiur Rehman ndash TrusteeThe Academy acknowledges with gratitude the contributions of Event Organiser ndash Ms Parmeet Kaur Media Consultant ndash David Allan Vaz Photography amp Videography ndash Nabh Kumar Raju along with his NKR Film School students and event crew members Their collaborative effort ensured the eveningrsquos successWebsitewwwgurmeetsinghnetEmailcontactnaushadacademygmailcom

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