PANAJI
The 13th edition of the Swarmangesh – Master Dinanath Mangeshkar Memorial Classical Music and Dance Festival will be held at the Dinanath Mangeshkar Auditorium, Kala Academy, Panaji, from December 6 TO 8. Organised by Swastik – Panaji and presented by P.N.G Exclusive, this prestigious festival promises a spectacular showcase of India's finest classical artists.
Inaugurated 12 years ago by Bharat Ratna Lata Mangeshkar, the festival has become a cultural cornerstone, celebrating music, dance, and tradition. This year’s edition will be inaugurated by Goa's Chief Minister, Pramod Sawant. Renowned orator Dr. Sanjay Upadhye from Pune will deliver the keynote address, with special guests including Prof. Anil Samant, Sagun Velip (Director of Art and Culture), Abhay Gadgil, Rajesh Tarkar, and Vinaykumar Mantravadi. The event will also see the release of the Swarmangesh Souvenir, featuring insightful articles on Goan music, literature, and traditions.
Festival highlights (subhead)
Day 1: Friday, December 6
- 4:30 PM: Opening performance by sitarist Pt Vinayak Chittar, accompanied by tabla maestro Pt Parthasarathi Mukherjee.
- Vocal recital by Pt Sanjeev Abhyankar with tabla by Mayank Bedekar and harmonium by Nilay Salvi.
Day 2: Saturday, December 7
- 9:30 AM: Morning recital by Padma Shri Pt Venkatesh Kumar with tabla by Dr Uday Kulkarni and harmonium by Subhash Fatarpekar.
- 11:30 AM: Kathak dance by Nayanika Ghosh, accompanied by a talented ensemble of musicians.
- 4:00 PM: Performances by:
- Arati Gawde (Sanjiwan Music Academy).
- A duet (jugalbandi) by Dr Prabhakar and Dr Diwakar Kashyap.
- A sitar recital by Padma Shri Ustad Shahid Parvez with tabla by Ustad Akram Khan.
Day 3: Sunday, December 8
- 9:15 AM: Performances by:
- Vocalist Dr Pravin Gaonkar.
- Eminent singer Devaki Pandit.
- Carnatic flute maestro Vidwaan Shashank Subramanyam.
- 4:00 PM (Final Session):
- Vocalist Shreya Chatterjee.
- Tabla jugalbandi by Pt Ram Kumar Mishra and Rahul Kumar Mishra.
- Grand finale trio featuring Pt Kumar Bose (tabla), Pt Debojyoti Bose (sarod), and vocalist Manali Bose.
Additional attractions
An exhibition of rare music books, recordings, and instruments will add a unique dimension to the festival, offering a feast for the senses beyond the stage.
Entry and support
Supported by the Department of Art and Culture – Goa, Kala Academy, Goa Tourism, and the Ministry of Culture, the festival is free for all attendees, with some reserved seating. Hospitality and sponsorship support comes from Rajdeep Builders, Elin Electronics, Mintflix, and others.
Swastik President Dr. Pravin Gaonkar extends a warm invitation to all music lovers to join this extraordinary celebration of melody and rhythm.
