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Sitar Vadan Concert Charms

Audience at Nanuet Library

OUR BUREAU
Nanuet, NY

n December 23rd, over 100
music lovers enjoyed a mes-
Omerizing afternoon of Hin-
dustani classical music at the Nanuet
Library, featuring a captivating Sitar
Vadan concert. The event showcased
the legendary Padmashree Ustad
Shahid Parvez Khan, one of the
world’s leading sitar maestros, who
captivated the audience with his re-
markable talent.
The concert opened with warm
greetings and introductory remarks
that underscored the significance
of Indian classical music in preserv-
ing cultural traditions. This notable
event was organized through the
joint efforts of Arts from India and
Bharatiya Kala Kendra, Inc., a non-
profit dedicated to promoting Indian
culture in the U.S.
Coordinator Ajayveer Singh
thanked Mr. Nitin Vyas, Global Mrs Parvez Khan, Ajay veer Singh of Indian Arts, Kadar Khan, Shahid Parvez Khan and Nitin Vyas Global Public Relations Director of World Vegan Vision
Public Relations Director of World
Vegan Vision and Director of Int
of USA, and Sonalee Vyas of Jani
Dance Company, for their support,
essential for arranging such a distin-
guished performance. Mr. Singh also
highlighted Arts from India’s ongo-
ing efforts to present cultural pro-
grams, including classical music and
dance performances, workshops, and
virtual concerts during the pandemic.
Ustad Shahid Parvez Khan, from
the renowned Etawah Gharana, is
known for his dedication to riyaz and
lyrical gayaki-ang, demonstrating his
exceptional sitar mastery. He was
accompanied by Ustad Kadar Khan,
founder of Kalvant Center New
York, whose rhythmic skills enriched
the performance.

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