AMI Arts Festival 2023 - Performances
Welcome to the AMI Arts Festival, where the world of art comes alive in a vibrant celebration of creativity, expression, and cultural diversity. This annual festival is a melting pot of artistic talents, bringing together performances, immersive workshops, and myriad of forms, styles, and perspectives to captivate audiences and inspire a love for the arts. The festival aims to provide a space for artists and art enthusiasts to connect, collaborate, and create.
Come be a part of an exquisite range of performances during the 10-day cultural extravaganza from 1 to 10 December 2023. Whether you're an art connoisseur, a budding artist, or someone simply looking to be inspired, the Festival welcomes you to experience the magic of creativity.
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- Silajit Exclusive (10th December, 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM): Get ready to witness an electrifying performance by Silajit, renowned Indian playback singer, music director, actor, and lyricist on December 10th, 7:00 pm at the KCC Backyard.
- The Arko Mukhaerjee Collective (3 December, 7:00 pm): This unique project blends influences from Rural Bengal, Pan India, West Africa, Sukous, Nepali folk, Gypsy music, Middle East, Old-time swing, American folk music, Qawwali, Reggae, Jazz, Afro Cuban music, Celtic standards, and Retro Bollywood, creating a melange of sound that transcends borders.
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- Debdeep Enroute (2nd December 2023, 7:00 PM Onwards): Debdeep Mukherjee, an accomplished artist, leads a talented team that promises a mesmerizing performance. With a blend of original compositions and timeless classics, the event offers a unique and enchanting experience of Bengali music, making it a must-see for music enthusiasts and culture lovers.
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- Bardo Beings (6th December, 6:30 PM): "Beings of the Bardo" delves into the transitional space between life's moments, offering a profound insight into the uncertainties that define our reality. Inspired by Sogyal Rinpoche's "The Tibetan Book of Living and Dying," this performance challenges perceptions, blurring the lines between reality and imagination.
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- Lavani Ke Rang (7th December, 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM): Lavani, the traditional song and dance of Maharashtra, is more than just a performance; it's an experience that transcends boundaries and unites cultures. Lavani's direct involvement of the audience during performances creates an immersive and participatory experience that captivates and engages viewers of all ages, genders, languages, and cultures. It speaks a universal language of love and desire, breaking barriers and fostering understanding.
- Dialogues With Sujoy & Samantak (8th December, 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM): Welcome to an extraordinary evening at the AMI Arts Festival at KCC, where two exceptional artists, Sujoy Prasad Chatterjee, and Vocalist Samantak, unite to create a mesmerizing fusion of words and music that transcends boundaries. "Dialogues" is a testament to the remarkable synergy between various art forms, breaking barriers between words and melodies and offering a profound and immersive experience.
- Enchanting Evening of Sufi Qawwali with the Qutbi Brothers (8th December, 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM): Hailing from India, the Qutbi Brothers, led by Haji Mohammad Idris and Arshad Qutbi, are celebrated qawwali singers whose musical journey began at an early age. What sets them apart is their profound connection to an 800-year-old Sufi tradition, a rich heritage passed down through the ages by mystics and Sufi saints like Amir Khusrau, Kabir, Meerabai, Rumi, Bulleh Shah, and many more.
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- Nata Sankirtan & Dhol Dholok Cholom (9th December, 5:00 PM & 6:00 PM): Welcome to the AMI Arts Festival, where the cultural heartbeat of Manipur comes alive through enchanting performances curated by the esteemed Suman Sarawgi.
- Hindustani Classical Instrumental Music (9th December, 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM): Prepare for an enchanting evening as the AMI Arts Festival proudly presents a captivating performance of Hindustani Classical Instrumental Music by the illustrious artists, 'Prince of Violin' Indradeep Ghosh and Pandit Gourisankar. This musical journey promises to transport you into the soulful depths of traditional Indian Classical Music.
- CONFLUENCE: a Meeting of Maestros (10th December, 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM): This exceptional evening promises to immerse you in Romantic Raaga, Exciting Rhythms, and Lyrical Dhun, inviting you deep into the heart of India's classical instrumental music.
- Sanjay Mandal Group (1st December 2023, 5:00 PM Onwards): Sanjay Mandal and his ensemble redefine conventional music by transforming ordinary objects—empty paint tins, scrap metals, and wood—into a mesmerizing symphony of sounds. Their unique approach to music transcends entertainment; it's a testament to resilience and hope.
