Shastriya Sangeet Sabha – Hemu Gadhvi Natya Gruh, Rajkot
✍️ Submitted by: Govind Makwana (Rajkot) – Flute Performer

📅 Date: 16 January 2009 🕘 Time: 9:00 PM onwards 📍 Venue: Hemu Gadhvi Natya Gruh (Mini Hall), Rajkot

The Gujarat Rajya Sangeet Natak Academy, Gandhinagar, in collaboration with Sargam Club, Rajkot, organized a prestigious Shastriya Sangeet Sabha to celebrate and promote Indian classical music. The event featured both eminent artists and promising young talents who had excelled in the Pt. Omkarnath Classical Music Competition.

🎶 My Flute Performance:

As a representative from Rajkot, I, Govind Makwana, had the honor of presenting a classical flute recital. I performed compositions based on Raag Yaman and Raag Bhopali, blending melodic depth with rhythmic clarity. The audience responded warmly, and their appreciation was deeply encouraging.

🌟 Other Featured Artists:

• Main Vocal Performance: Smt. Piyu Sarkhel

• Nidhi Choksi (Vadodara): Vocal

• Janaki Mithaiwala (Bharuch): Vocal

• Maulik Parikh (Amreli): Tabla Solo

🎤 Dignitaries Present:

• Chairperson: Shri Govindbhai Patel – Hon. MLA, Rajkot-1

• Inaugurator: Smt. Sandhyaben Vyas – Hon. Mayor, Rajkot Municipal Corporation

• Chief Guest: Shri Kamleshbhai Mirani – Hon. Chairman, Standing Committee, Rajkot Municipal Corporation

📌 Highlights:

• The Sabha provided a platform for emerging artists to showcase their talent alongside renowned performers.

• The event was well-attended by music lovers and dignitaries, creating an atmosphere of cultural pride and artistic excellence.

• The initiative successfully bridged tradition and youth, inspiring future generations of classical musicians.