G20 Summit: Mesmerizing Showcase Of India’s Diverse Musical Traditions Leaves Foreign Guests Enchanted

The G20 Summit in Delhi is taking place, and today (September 10) marks the second day of the summit, which began on September 9th. On the first day, President Draupadi Murmu of India hosted a dinner for all the guests, which included heads of state and ministers from various countries, as well as bureaucrats, businessmen, and other dignitaries. India left no stone unturned in hospitality, serving delicious dishes and creating a musical atmosphere.

 

Traditional Music Enriches the Evening

During the dinner program, India showcased its diverse musical heritage to the world. It featured traditional music from all over the country, leaving foreign guests enchanted. The main attraction was the “Gandharva Atodyam,” an extraordinary blend of music that includes a symphony of classical musical instruments from across India, presenting Hindustani, folk, and contemporary music.

Throughout the traditional music program held during the dinner, songs representing the diverse cultural heritage of different regions of India were performed, including:

– Hindustani Music: Rag Darbari Kanada and Kafi-Khelat Hori
– Folk Music: Rajasthan – Kesariya Balam, Ghoomar, and Nimbooda Nimbooda
– Carnatic Music: Rag Mohanam – Swagatam Krishna
– Folk Music: Kashmir, Sikkim, and Meghalaya – Bomru Bomru
– Hindustani Music: Rag Desh and Ekla Chalo Re
– Folk Music: Maharashtra – Abir Gulal (Abhang), Reshma Chare Ghani (Lavani), and Gajar (Varakari)
– Carnatic Music: Rag Madhyamavati – Lakshmi Baramma
– Folk Music: Gujarat – Mor Bani Thanghat Kare and Ramdev Piya Helo
– Traditional and Devotional Music: West Bengal – Bhatiali and Achyutam Keshavam (Bhajan)
– Folk Music: Karnataka – Madu Meke Kanne, Kaveri Chindu, and Aadu Pambe
– Devotional Music: Shri Ram Chandra Kripalu, Vaishnav Jan, and Raghupati Raghav
– Hindustani, Carnatic, and Folk Music: Rag Bhairavi – Dadra, Mile Sur Mera Tumhara

Incorporating Rare Instruments

During this musical extravaganza, various rare musical instruments that are a part of our unparalleled musical heritage were also included. These instruments included Sur-Singar, Mohan Veena, Jal Tarang, Joriya Pava, Dhangali, Dilruba, Sarangi, Kamaicha, Matta Kokila Veena, Nal Tarang, Tungabuk, Pakhawaj, Rabab, Ravanhatta, Thal Dana, Rudra Veena, and more.

The musical presentation showcased the rich tapestry of India’s musical traditions and left a lasting impression on all attendees.