Sahela Re | Vocal Recital by Radhika Joshi

Описание: This program was originally presented as a special Diwali celebration, ‘Sahela Re – Aa Mil Gaayen,’ a musical tribute to Bharat Ratna Pt. Bhimsen Joshi and Gaanasaraswati Kishori Amonkar. This festive program will illuminate the spirit of Diwali with a presentation of Abhang-s, Thumri-s, Natyasangeet, Ghazal-s, and Bandish-s that have been immortalized by these legendary artists. These are performed by the renowned Hindustani Vocalists, Radhika Joshi and Abhishek Kale, with Dr. Vandana Bokil Kulkarni as the compere.

Tabla: Ramakrishna Karambelkar, Harmonium: Malu Gaonkar, Pakhawaj: Prathamesh Taralkar, Side Rhythm: Uddhav Kumbhar

Performance details:
Raag Bhoop: Bandish : Sahela Re
Raag Kalashree: Bandish : Dhan Dhan Bhaag Suhaag Teri
Natyasangeet: Ram Rangi Rangle, Mharo Pranam, Indrayani Kathi, Jayeen Vicharit
Bhajan: Majhe Maher Pandhari, Bolava Vitthal, Bhagyada Lakshmi Baaramma, Jamuna ke teer, Avagha rang ek Jhala

About the Artist: Dr. Radhika Joshi is an accomplished artist in the field of Hindustani classical music, hailing from the prestigious Jaipur Atrauli Gharana. Under the guidance of Pt. Raghunandan Panshikar, a disciple of the legendary Gaansaraswati Kishori Amonkar, Radhika has diligently honed her vocal prowess. Her musical journey also led her to explore semi-classical forms such as Thurmi, Kajri, Hori, and Dadra, under the esteemed Padmabhushan Smt. Girija Devi at the Sangeet Research Academy, Kolkata. Radhika’s dedication to her craft has not gone unnoticed, as she is a recipient of the National Scholarship for Performing Arts from the Government of India and holds a coveted position as a graded artist of All-India Radio. Beyond the classical genre, Radhika has also been recognized for her prowess in light music, winning first prizes for her Marathi Abhang rendition in the album “Vaikunthanayaka” and at the state-level sugam sangeet competition. Radhika is not only a performer but also a passionate educator and advocate for preserving the rich tradition of Hindustani music. Her commitment to introducing the basics of Indian classical music to children resulted in her authorship of the book “Phulwari Geeton Ki,” now adopted as a music curriculum in several Pune schools. Furthermore, Radhika is the visionary founder of Jaipur Gunijankhana, an archive in Pune dedicated to the documentation and preservation of Hindustani music, with a particular focus on the Jaipur Atrauli Gharana. Her dedication to this mission earned her the Museum and Research Fellowship from the India Foundation for the Arts in Bangalore. In addition to her musical achievements, Radhika holds a master’s in economics from Tufts University, Boston, and a PhD in Economics from the Indian Institute of Management, Bangalore. Her decision to pursue a full-time career in music demonstrates her unwavering commitment to her art and its profound cultural significance.