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NORTH AMERICAN Newsline MARCH 15, 2024 | The Indian Eye 18

Sneh Arts Presents an Unforgettable

Tribute Concert in Honor of

Ustad Vilayat Khan at Carnegie Hall

OUR BUREAU
New York, NY
n March 2, Sneh Arts curated
a profoundly moving memorial
Oconcert at Carnegie Hall, com-
memorating the 20th Anniversary of
the revered Ustad Vilayat Khan. The
event, meticulously curated and pre-
sented by Sunny Thakkar of Sneh Arts,
unfolded as an evening of emotional
resonance and unparalleled musical
excellence.
The concert commenced with a
poignant tribute, seamlessly blending
music, audio-visual elements, and po-
etic narration, skillfully presented by
the Mausiqui Ensemble. Featuring the
talents of Hidayat Khan, Jay Gandhi,
Abhik Mukherjee, Ehren Hanson, and
Enayet Hossain, accompanied by the
evocative poetic narration of Sunayana
Kachroo, the ensemble’s performance
paid heartfelt homage to the maestro.
This was followed by a spellbind-
ing sitar recital by the internationally
acclaimed Nishat Khan, accompanied
by the rhythmic tabla beats of Nitin
Mitta. Their collaboration mesmer-
ized the audience, serving as a fitting
conclusion to a night dedicated to cel-
ebrating the life and legacy of Ustad
Vilayat Khan.
The concert underscored Sneh
Arts’s commitment to preserving and
promoting the rich heritage of Indian
classical music. The evening delivered a
comprehensive and authentic tribute to
the maestro, emphasizing his enduring
impact on the global music landscape.
The concert received widespread
acclaim from attendees and critics
alike, with many lauding its emotional
depth and artistic prowess.
For those who missed this unfor-
gettable evening, highlights and reflec-
tions from the concert can be found
on Sneh Arts’ social media page: @
snehartsny
Sneh Arts extends heartfelt grati-
tude to all the patrons, supporters, me-
dia and community partners and the
audiences who attended this momen-
tous event, joining in remembrance
and celebration of the extraordinary
legacy of Ustad Vilayat Khan.

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