The Nita Mukesh Ambani Cultural Centre is celebrating Guru Purnima with “Parampara,” a two-day event featuring the finest maestros of Indian Classical music and their illustrious disciples.
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Parampara: A Celebration of Indian Classical Music and Guru-Shishya Bond
The Nita Mukesh Ambani Cultural Centre has announced its annual celebration, “Parampara – A Guru Purnima Special” on 30th June and 1st July. The two-day festival features the most exceptional maestros of Indian classical music and their illustrious disciples. The event is an ode to the Guru-Shishya tradition, showcasing the very best of India’s rich music heritage.
The founder and Chairperson, Mrs. Nita Ambani, has envisioned the festival as an annual homage to the timeless bond between guru and shishya and a platform for showcasing India’s musical heritage to the world. The event will take place at the Cultural Centre’s 2000-seater performing arts space, The Grand Theatre.
The festival’s lineup features legendary names of Indian classical music, including Padma Vibhushan Pt. Hariprasad Chaurasia and his nephew Rakesh Chaurasia, Ustad Amjad Ali Khan, along with his sons Amaan and Ayaan Ali Bangash, and grandsons – Zohaan and Abeer Ali Bangash. As well as, sitar stalwart Pt. Kartick Kumar and his son Niladri Kumar. The festival promises to be an extraordinary celebration of Indian classical music and spirituality.
The festival’s first day features two acts, “Enchanting Sitars” by Pt. Kartick Kumar and his son Niladri Kumar, and “Divine Flutes” by Pt. Hariprasad Chaurasia and his nephew Rakesh Chaurasia. Whereas, the second day presents a momentous sarod recital in which Ustaad Amjad Ali Khan and his sons Amaan and Ayaan Ali Bangash being joined by his grandsons – 10-year-old twins Zohaan and Abeer Ali Bangash.
The Nita Mukesh Ambani Cultural Centre will transport the audience to the captivating world of Indian classical music, intertwining the theatre’s world-class acoustics, making every performance magical. This unique cultural experience is an opportunity to witness the profound essence of the guru-shishya relationship and immerse oneself in India’s rich cultural legacy.
The tickets for the festival start from INR 750 and can be booked on nmacc.com and bookmyshow.com. The Nita Mukesh Ambani Cultural Centre‘s annual celebration, “Parampara – A Guru Purnima Special,” is a must-attend event for all music lovers seeking an extraordinary musical experience.
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The Nita Mukesh Ambani Cultural Centre presents Parampara – An Annual Guru Purnima Special
After an extremely successful run of the international Broadway musical ‘The Sound of Music’, Nita Mukesh Ambani Cultural Centre brings to you an annual celebration – ‘Parampara – A Guru Purnima Special’. This year, the occasion brings together the finest maestros of Indian Classical music and their illustrious disciples. Conceived to be an annual homage to the timeless guru-shishya bond, the special presentation is guided by Mrs. Nita Ambani’s vision of showcasing the best of India to the world and bringing the best of the world to India.
A two-day special on 30th June and 1st July, the celebration will take place 7.30pm onwards at the Cultural Centre’s 2000-seater performing arts space – The Grand Theatre – which has hosted landmark productions such as ‘The Great Indian Musical: Civilization to Nation’ and the international Broadway musical, ‘The Sound of Music’.
Founder & Chairperson Mrs. Nita Ambani said, “A guru not only imparts knowledge, but also guides shishyas on their path of self-discovery. The relationship between guru and shishya signifies a lifelong journey driven by discipline, dedication, and utmost respect. This Guru Purnima, at the NMACC, we are delighted to present our humble tribute to this timeless tradition. ‘Parampara’ brings together the finest maestros of Indian Classical music and their illustrious disciples. Let us come together to celebrate this sacred bond and immerse ourselves in a cultural legacy that has transcended generations.”
Over the span of two days, one will witness extraordinary performances by legendary flautist Padma Vibhushan Pt. Hariprasad Chaurasia and his nephew Rakesh Chaurasia; sarod maestro Padma Vibhushan Ustad Amjad Ali Khan along with his sons Amaan and Ayaan Ali Bangash and grandsons – Zohaan and Abeer Ali Bangash; as well as sitar stalwart Pt. Kartick Kumar and his son Niladri Kumar. The performances by these esteemed musicians will mark a rare exploration of music and spirituality.
Witness a weekend of extraordinary musical convergence that celebrates the legacy of the Classical greats at The Grand Theatre. Here you will be transported not just by their captivating performances but also the theatre’s world-class acoustics, which render every act magical.
‘Parampara’ – performance details:
Day 1: June 30, 7.30pm onwards
Act 1: Enchanting Sitars
The series of evocative Indian Classical compositions presented by sitar maestro Pt. Kartick Kumar and his son, sitar player and innovative musician Niladri Kumar captures the very essence of Guru Purnima. Experience the heartfelt depths of a father-son and a guru-shishya relationship through a musical journey of learning and unlearning. The performance features hand-picked evergreen compositions and fusion sets with a contemporary flavour that weave innovation into a celebration of India’s Classical heritage.
Act 2: Divine Flutes
Featuring living legend and celebrated flautist Pt. Hariprasad Chaurasia and his nephew, student, and flute exponent Rakesh Chaurasia, ‘Divine Flutes’ will see several pristine renditions flow into each other, mirroring the endless ripple of musical and spiritual treasures that runs between different generations divided by time and united by music.
Day 2: July 1, 7.30pm onwards
Three Generations, One Legacy
The momentous sarod recital will see Ustaad Amjad Ali Khan and his sons Amaan and Ayaan Ali Bangash being joined by the 8th generation of the family – Ustaad’s grandsons – 10-year-old twins Zohaan and Abeer Ali Bangash. Witness three generations of a musical lineage captivate the audience – a real-life demonstration of the guru-shishya journey. The unique live ensemble is special for reminiscing iconic musical compositions.
Tickets start from INR 750. Book now on nmacc.com and bookmyshow.com.
