The timeless charm of Indian Classical Music at the Shriram Shankarlal Music Festival 2025

Indian classical music has a timeless charm that continues to captivate audiences across generations. And the Shriram Shankarlal Music Festival 2025, one of the most prestigious platforms for Indian classical music, is set to take place from March 21st to 23rd, 2025. Hosted at the Open-Air Theatre, Shriram Bharatiya Kala Kendra Lawns, Copernicus Marg, New Delhi, this highly anticipated event will span across three days, and fill the air of Delhi with soulful melodies and extraordinary performances by some of the finest artists in the country.

Being a beacon of Indian classic music for decades, the Shriram Shankarlal Music Festival has brought together legendary musicians and enthusiastic audiences in an ambiance that celebrates the depth and beauty of this art form. Each year, the festival features a thoughtfully curated lineup of vocal and instrumental performances, offering an immersive experience to connoisseurs and newcomers alike.

The lineup for 2025

This year’s edition will host impressive names and celebrated musicians, ensuring that the festival becomes an unforgettable musical journey for one and all.
On day 1, March 21, the evening will begin at 6:00PM with a Santoor recital by Rahul Sharma, a musician known for his ability to blend tradition with innovation. His performance will be followed by a soulful vocal recital by Padma Shri Ashwini Bhide Deshpande, a distinguished exponent of the Jaipur-Atrauli gharana.

Then on day 2 will be a flute recital by Debopriya and Suchismita Chatterjee, whose mastery over the instrument has won them admiration across the classical music circuit. This will be followed by a vocal performance by Prabhakar and Diwakar Kashyap, known for their rich, emotive renditions. The evening will conclude with a Sitar performance by Padma Bhushan Budhaditya Mukherjee, a maestro revered for his brilliance and deep musical expression.

On day 3, people will witness an extraordinary musical experience as the evening will begin with a vocal recital by Pt. Vinayak Malharrao Torvi, whose deep understanding of ragas and powerful presentation make his performances truly spellbinding. The grand finale will feature an unforgettable Sarod recital by Padma Vibhushan Ustad Amjad Ali Khan, a legend in the Classical world.

The Shriram Shankarlal Music Festival 2025 is thus more than just series of performances, it is a tribute to the heritage and culture of Indian classical music, a genre that is often ignored in the face of new freestyles and drums and more.