Sawan: Reviving Monsoon Traditions Through Folk Melodies
Singer Malini Awasthi aims to connect the younger generation with India's rich oral storytelling traditions through a musical event, 'Sawan - A Celebration of Rain.' This concert celebrates India's monsoon heritage through folk music, aiming to bridge the gap between tradition and modernity.
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Renowned singer Malini Awasthi is set to rejuvenate India's monsoon traditions through the evocative power of song and storytelling. Her upcoming event, 'Sawan - A Celebration of Rain,' organized by Sonchiraiya, will spotlight India's cultural heritage through a musical tribute at Kamani Auditorium in Delhi on July 31.
The evening encourages Delhiites to immerse themselves in monsoon's sensory experience, featuring age-old melodies such as kajri, jhoola, malhar, thumri, and ghazals. These tunes express rain, romance, devotion, and longing, aiming to reconnect individuals with India's intangible cultural heritage in a fast-paced, digital world.
Awasthi, who hails from Awadh and Banaras, emphasizes folk music as the voice of timeless experiences. The concert highlights folk music not just as nostalgia but as a vibrant, ongoing reflection of identity, culture, and emotion, hoping to reforge the bond between youth and tradition.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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