Diwali Prabhat - Manjiri Asanare-Kelkar

Hindustani vocalist Manjiri Asanare-Kelkar gives a Diwali morning recital in Los Altos, California, accompanied by Sanjay Deshpande and Dnyaneshwar Sonawane.

This Diwali, Basant Bahar is delighted to present a vocal recital by Manjiri Asanare-Kelkar. Widely regarded as the leading torchbearer of her lineage of Jaipur-Atrauli Gharana, Manjiri Asanare-Kelkar is celebrated for the rare, quintessential depth and gravitas of voice, and her flawless command over complex, rare Raagas. Her performance promises to capture the promise of the morning and the festive spirit of the season, blending soulful classicism with aesthetic grace. Manjiri ji will be accompanied on tabla by Sanjay Deshpande. He is a versatile and sought-after percussionist, known for his sensitive and soulful accompaniment. On hamonium, Dyaneshwar Sonwane is an accomplished soloist and accompanist who provides intuitive melodic support, mirroring the intricate nuances of the gayaki ang.