Saptaswar Baithak
“Reviving the soul of Indian Classical Music through the timeless tradition of Baithak”
The question arises: Is music merely a media for entertainment?
In our contemporary world, we have witnessed the rapid advancement of highly efficient technologies, quickening the pace of our daily activities. Paradoxically, amidst this technological flow, we find ourselves lost in the complexities and saturations of life, losing touch with the aesthetic aspects of living and thinking. It is in this context that the transformative power of music shines through, guiding us towards solace and pure joy. Music is not confined to the mere delight of the mind (Manoranjan) but serves as the ultimate nourishment for the soul, named ‘Atmaranjan’
Saptaswar Baithak is particularly focuses on Indian Classical Music, especially Dhrupad – which is regarded as the oldest genre of Indian Classical Music.
Why Indian Classical Music?
“Indian Classical Music is boring” and “Indian Classical Music is complex” are common myths we often encounter. Any traditional art forms require an aesthete’s mind to truly appreciate them. Because these forms are not just “performing arts” but “living arts,” deeply connected with a lifestyle. Music does not exist in isolation; it is intricately intertwined with the way we live, think, and create.
Rather than dismissing it as complex and boring, can we create connoisseurs and aesthetes to dispel this myth?
Aesthetics of Indian Classical Music:
Originates from the nature
Intertwined with the lifestyle
Improvisational and spontaneous
Based on expressions, emotions and wisdom of the artist
Cognitive and emotional development
Saptaswar Baithak 2024
Saptaswar Baithak 2024 was majorly focused on India’s king string instrument- Rudraveena. The Baithak had three sessions in which there was a conversation with maestro ft. Vidushi Jyoti Hegde, Rudraveena recital and a beginning session with Gwalior –Agra style Khayal vocal featuring young musician Ms. Savani Gogte.
The Sanvaad – conversation session of the Baithak was insightful and inspiring for the young musicians and connoisseurs. People experienced the divine connection of music in Saptaswar Baithak 2024, where the distance between artist and listener disappeared.