Ode to Melody

An Enchanting Evening with Aritra Chakraborty

About the Event

Presented by Anandadhara Arts, Ode to Melody was a celebration of the timeless beauty of Indian music, featuring the soulful voice of acclaimed vocalist Aritra Chakraborty.

The evening brought together the expressive richness of Bengali semi-classical music, Ghazals and Thumri, exploring the delicate relationship between melody, poetry and emotion.

Accompanied by a talented ensemble of musicians, the programme offered audiences a musical journey through diverse traditions, highlighting the depth, elegance and emotional resonance of South Asian music.

Ode to Melody reflected Anandadhara Arts’ commitment to celebrating musical diversity, supporting artistic collaboration and bringing meaningful cultural experiences to audiences in the United Kingdom.

Event Details

Event: Ode to Melody
Presented by: Anandadhara Arts UK
Featured Artist: Aritra Chakraborty
Date: Saturday, 31 October
Time: 6:30 PM
Venue: Drive Methodist Church Auditorium
Address: 305 The Drive, Redbridge, Essex, IG1 3PW

Accompanying Musicians

• Tabla: Himanish Goswami

• Sitar: Debipriya Sircar

• Guitar: Omi Islam

• Keyboard: Amith Dey

Musical Genres

Bengali Semi-Classical | Ghazal | Thumri | Indian Music