Citi NCPA Aadi Anant: Dhrupad to Thumri – January 24, 2025, Chennai
The Citi NCPA Aadi Anant series brings an enchanting evening of Indian classical music to Chennai on Friday, January 24, 2025, at 6:30 PM. Held at the Music Academy on TT Krishnamachari Road, this unique event will feature Padma Shri Ajoy Chakrabarty, a living legend in Indian classical music, along with his accomplished disciples Brajeswar Mukherjee and Ayesha Mukherjee. Accompanying them are maestros Yogesh Samsi on tabla, Ajay Joglekar on harmonium, and Amaan Hussain on sarangi.
This 1-hour-30-minute recital promises an extraordinary journey across the rich landscapes of Hindustani and Carnatic traditions, celebrating genres like dhrupad, khayal, thumri, bhajan, and tillana. Tickets start at ₹300, offering a chance for music enthusiasts aged 7 and above to experience an unforgettable evening of artistic brilliance.
About Ajoy Chakrabarty
Ajoy Chakrabarty stands as a towering figure in the Indian classical music tradition. Renowned for his command over the Patiala-Kasur Gharana style, he has mastered and imbibed elements from several gharanas, including Indore, Delhi, Jaipur, Gwalior, Agra, Kirana, and Rampur, as well as the Carnatic music tradition of South India.
Chakrabarty’s academic excellence in music, graduating as a gold medalist from Rabindra Bharati University, and his association with the prestigious ITC Sangeet Research Academy have established him as a paragon of musical learning and innovation. His repertoire spans a vast range of genres, including khayal, Tarana, thumri, Rabindra Sangeet, folk songs, and Nazrul-geeti.
For over four decades, he has trained countless young artists at ITC-SRA and his institute Shrutinandan in Kolkata, fostering the next generation of classical musicians.
The Concert Experience
This evening’s performance is a tribute to India’s rich musical traditions. Ajoy Chakrabarty, along with his disciples and instrumental accompanists, will showcase his mastery over both Hindustani and Carnatic classical forms. From the profound introspection of dhrupad to the emotive beauty of thumri, and from the rhythmic vitality of tillana to the spiritual resonance of bhajan, the recital will be a testament to the depth and diversity of Indian classical music.
Venue Information
📍 Music Academy, Chennai
No. 168, TT Krishnamachari Road, Royapettah, Pudupet, Gopalapuram, Chennai, Tamil Nadu 600004
🗓 Date: Friday, January 24, 2025
⏰ Time: 6:30 PM
🎟 Tickets: ₹300 onwards
Why You Should Attend
If you are a lover of Indian classical music, this is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to witness the mastery of Ajoy Chakrabarty, a musician who seamlessly bridges genres and traditions. His dedication to preserving and innovating within the classical music realm is unmatched. Alongside his disciples, this recital promises to be a spellbinding evening of melody, rhythm, and soul-stirring artistry.
Don’t miss the Citi NCPA Aadi Anant: Dhrupad to Thumri concert and immerse yourself in the magical world of Indian classical music.
