Pt. Prabhakar Chari Sangeet Sammelan 2026 Receives Enthusiastic Response, Concludes on a High Note

Panaji, Goa | 29th October 2026: The Pt. Prabhakar Chari Sangeet Sammelan 2026 witnessed an enthusiastic response from music lovers over two memorable days, 24 and 25 October, at Kala Academy, Goa. The two-day celebration of Hindustani classical music and dance brought together artistes and audiences to celebrate Goa’s rich musical heritage while paying tribute to the enduring legacy of the late Pt. Prabhakar Chari.

Organised by Pt. Prabhakar Chari Pratishthan and Swar Sanskruti Music Academy (SSMA), in association with Kala Academy, Goa, and the Directorate of Art & Culture, Goa, the festival offered audiences an enriching musical experience through vocal and instrumental recitals, tabla performances, jugalbandi and classical dance presentations.

The Sammelan featured an impressive line-up of artistes, including Pt. Sudhir Nayak, Dr. Pravin Gaonkar, Swapnil Bhise, Dr. Rajesh Bhatkurse, Dr. Sapana Naik, Shantanu Gokhale, Rekha Madkaikar, Sarang Vechalekar, Aditya Apte, Neel Sonar, Sanket Khalap and Kaustubh Chari, accompanied by accomplished musicians. The performances showcased the diversity of Indian classical traditions, featuring the sitar, sarod, flute, santoor, tabla, classical vocals, Kathak and Bharatanatyam.

The festival paid homage to the late Pt. Prabhakar Chari, a respected tabla player, academician and musicologist who made significant contributions to Goa’s musical landscape. The Sammelan also reaffirmed the organisers’ commitment to preserving and promoting Indian classical music while providing a platform for established and emerging artistes.

The encouraging response throughout both days reflected the continued appreciation for classical music in Goa, making the Sammelan a fitting tribute to a distinguished musical legacy and a memorable celebration of India’s rich cultural traditions.