At the dawn of Sunday, the 15th November, music lovers of the city got together in Gulab Bagh for the second edition of “SUR PRABHAT”, the monthly early morning music concert.

Partha Sarkar, young flutist from Ahmadabad showcased his remarkable talent rendering the Raga ‘Lalit’ and ‘Mangala Bhairav’.

Disciple of Padma Vibhushan Pandit Hari Prasad Chaurasia and Guru Pandit Ulhas Kashalkar (noted vocalist), Partha has a wonderful command on his flute. Using his perfect amalgamation of melody and rhythm Partha mesmerized his audience.

The second half of the concert showcased classical guitar recital by Shah Nawaz Ahmed Khan, another young talent from New Delhi. At very young age, Shah Nawaz has made his place amongst the most creative and talented musician of his age. He designed his guitar himself by modifying its form, inspired by Sitar and ‘Gayaki Ang’.

He played Raag ‘Nat Bhairav’ and ‘Miyan ki Todi’ with utter professionalism. He imbibed all the elements of Gayki of Kirana Gharana on his string instrument. It was a treat to listen to these young musicians of India.

Pandit Ram Krishna Bose, a senior exponent of Udaipur accompanied them on tabla. Pandit Bose with his vast experience and fine grip on Tabla added to the great sound that echoed in the Gulab Bagh’s lush green lawns.

As scheduled the program started at 6.45 and enthralled the audience for two hours. Home Minster of Rajasthan, Gulab Chand Kataria graced the occasion and congratulated the organizers of ‘Sur Prabhat’. This was also a rare opportunity to see the Mayor, Chandra Singh Kothari with three of his predecessors, Rajani Dangi, Ravindra Shrimali and Yudhishthir Kumawat.

Speaking on the occasion, Anand Kekre, Founder Director and CEO of Creanara.Com informed that the success of “Sur Prabhat – Ahemdabad” and the whole hearted support of Udaipur Municipal Corporation energized Creanara.Com to start this noble activity in Udaipur. Ankit Arora, the Co-director of Creanara informed that the objective of such morning musical concert is to spread the positive energy and harmony in the society through the inherent power of music and arts.

The concert was attended by many musicians of Udaipur besides the masses. The Mayor, Chandra Singh Kothari was pleased with the success of the event and congratulated Creanara.Com to organize such an activity. However, he announced that the next “Sur Prabhat” would take place at Fateh Sagar’s Pal to increase its visibility and give more people the opportunity of enjoying such musical mornings.

As the host of the show I am delighted to be part of such an inspiring initiative. It gives me opportunity to interact with new artists and to share the joy of listening to music with Udaipur’s residents. It was only the second edition of ‘Sur Prabhat’ and it has already found a respectable place in the hearts of Udaipur’s connoisseurs of music.