Carnatic vocalists Srinidhi & Harini Senthilkumar (Kamakoti Sisters) share insights on performance anxiety, social media's impact, pay parity, and their vision for the future of classical music. Read the exclusive interview.
Forbes reveals the top 10 highest-paid musicians of 2025. The Weeknd dethrones Taylor Swift, earning $298M. See the full list and how touring drove a $1.9B year for music's elite.
Discover how Pt Lokesh Anand, a disciple of Ustad Bismillah Khan, is reviving the shehnai's soul in Dhurandhar's music. Explore his unique fusion and dedication to India's classical heritage.
A 12-year-old tabla prodigy from Canada, Yajur Vashisht, fulfills his mother's dream by performing at the historic 147th Harivallabh Sangeet Sammelan in Jalandhar, showcasing his musical legacy.
The Saptak Music Festival 2024 in Ahmedabad begins Jan 1, featuring maestros like N Rajam & Vishwa Mohan Bhatt. Discover how tradition meets tech. #IndianClassicalMusic
Arko Mukhaerjee and friends captivated the city with a live musical performance on December 31, 2025. Read about the event's highlights and the artists' impact.
Shubhanshu Shukla's recent Kolkata event featured timeless classics and soulful performances. Discover the highlights and musical synergy that captivated the audience.
A celebration of soulful music featuring Rekha Bhardwaj's 'Ya Chimanyano Parat Fira', Parween Sultana's singing, and other unforgettable performances. Dive into the harmony of Indian classical and contemporary melodies.
Rajkot's Sapt-Sangeeti 2026, a seven-day classical music festival, begins Jan 2 at Hemu Gadhvi Auditorium. Featuring 40+ artists including Kaushiki Chakraborty & Vishwa Mohan Bhatt. Immerse in the magic!
ASAVARI's 'Continuing Tradition 2025' in New Delhi honored musical maestros Pandit Jwala Prasad & Pandit Madho Prasad, and Guru Shovana Narayan's 50+ years in Kathak. The event featured a biography launch and stellar performances.
Odissi exponent Karishma Ahuja delivered a classical recital featuring Pallavi in Raga Ahir Bhairav and Durga Stuti. Trained in Guru Kelucharan Mohapatra's tradition, her performance emphasized form and abhinaya. Discover the details.
As Kolkata celebrates, its musicians work tirelessly. Discover their challenges, from longer sets and pay issues to travel woes, and the songs that define the season's soundtrack.
The 8th Ustad Bade Ghulam Ali Khan National Music & Dance Festival 2025 dazzled with performances by Rituparna Sengupta & Pandit Prodyut Mukherjee. Discover the celebration of India's classical heritage and future expansion plans.
Composer duo Sourendro-Soumyojit returned to St Xavier's College, Kolkata, for a special concert marking 20 years of their musical journey, blending classical and contemporary styles. Read more.
Star soprano Asmik Grigorian will perform the iconic mezzo-soprano role of Carmen at the Salzburg Festival in July 2024, a bold vocal move generating buzz in the classical world.
Singer Frazan Adil Kotwal prepares for his India debut recital, 'From Dawn to Dream,' reflecting his journey. Discover how opera allows an unfiltered voice. Read more.
The 13th Swara Samrat Festival in Kolkata paid tribute to Ustad Ali Akbar Khan, featuring Pt. Ajoy Chakrabarty, Kavita Krishnamurti & more. Explore the highlights of this classical music celebration.
Composer Debojyoti Mishra creates immersive soundscapes for India's iconic monuments like Ramappa Temple & Victoria Memorial. Discover how music bridges history & art.
Delhi's Triveni Kala Sangam hosted the first World Sarangi Day, honoring maestro Sabri Khan. His sons performed, awards were given. Read about this cultural milestone.
Hockey legend Ashok Kumar laments shift from artistic, wrist-based play to costly power hockey. He urges government to build astroturfs in every district to revive grassroots. Read his full vision.
The 10th Bhimaanjali dawn concert in Mumbai honoured Dr B R Ambedkar's legacy through classical music. Ustad Shujaat Khan, Pandit Rupak Kulkarni performed. Read more about this cultural tribute.
Renowned Sufi singer Ustad Puran Shahkoti, teacher of Hans Raj Hans, passed away in Jalandhar. The 74-year-old maestro was a pillar of Sufi music tradition. Read more about his life and legacy.
Renowned vocalist Kaushiki Chakraborty led a captivating Hindustani classical music evening in Nagpur, celebrating the Patiala Gharana's legacy. Read about the stellar performance and the ensemble of distinguished musicians.
Grammy-nominated santoor player Rahul Sharma discusses the instrument's evolution from Kashmir to global stages, his creative fusion experiments, and his special bond with Bengaluru audiences. Discover his philosophy on tradition and innovation.
Vineet Alurkar, son of legendary music shop founder Suresh Alurkar, reunites with Dhruv Bhate for a free concert at Bookbar Café, Pune, blending his Western music journey with a classical heritage.
A clinical trial at AIMS, Mohali, finds Indian instrumental music significantly reduces labour pain intensity by 20%, offering a natural, non-pharmacological pain management option for childbirth.
Bhatkhande Sanskriti Vishwavidyalaya's 3-day centenary celebrations concluded with classical performances. Governor Anandiben Patel praised its role in Hindustani music education. Read more.
Santoor maestro Rahul Sharma reveals how digital platforms like Spotify have transformed Indian classical music, allowing artists to reach listeners in over 178 countries. Discover the fusion journey from raga to electronica.
Explore the story behind Naushad's iconic song 'Ae shehr-e-Lakhnau' from the 1967 film 'Palki', a tribute to Lucknow's culture, and the legacy of Bhatkhande University's famed alumni.
The second day of Bhatkhande Sanskriti Vishwavidyalaya's 100-year celebrations in Lucknow featured legendary artists like Pandit Tribhuvan Maharaj and Malini Awasthi. Read about the spectacular performances.