Mark your calendars for February 23-25, 2024, as Dilli Gharana presents the third edition of Dilli Durbar at Gandhi Darshan Museum, Rajghat, New Delhi. Immerse yourself in a celebration that transcends time, echoing the spiritual tunes and universal love fostered by Hazrat Ameer Khusro’s legacy.
Dilli Gharana’s Spiritual Symphony: Dilli Gharana, Delhi’s oldest surviving music conservatory, echoes with the melodies of India since the 13th century. Founded on Hazrat Ameer Khusro’s wisdom, this institution stands as a luminous beacon, promoting spirituality through enchanting music. The upcoming Dilli Durbar Music Festival serves as a testament to this sacred pursuit, inviting all to experience the profound connection of music and spirituality.
Event Highlights:
- Panel Discussions: Dive into spiritual theories with renowned personalities like Rekha Bharadwaj, Usha Uthop, and Imtiaz Ali. Explore shared origins of Spiritualism, emphasizing Sufism & Vaishnavism.
- Performances: A star-studded lineup featuring Satinder Sartaj, Salman Ali, Shovana Narayanan, and more promises a melange of artistic brilliance.
- Experiential Workshops: Engage in Dervish Whirling, Mass Buddhism Chanting, Tabla & Hangdrum sessions, and Reiki & Yoga workshops.
- Art Exhibition: Witness inspiring spiritual stories through paintings curated by fine arts students from Delhi and Jamia Universities.
- Book Launch: Syed Aadil Chishti’s “The Divine Light” unfolds its essence in a literary discussion between the author and Dr. Alan Godlas.
- Culture Bazaar: Immerse yourself in a marketplace of Dilli Durbar merchandise, traditional artifacts, textiles, calligraphy, perfumes, and more.
- Satvik Food Festival: Indulge in palatable Satvik dishes from around the world in an open-air extravaganza.
Dilli Durbar 2024 Event Schedule
Day 1: 23 Feb
- Shubh Aarambh:
- Sacred Beats by Shri Nathulal Solanki & Troupe
- Welcome Speeches & Lighting of the Lamp
- “Ishwar Allah Tero Naam, Love is the Universal Religion”:
- Shobha Rana in conversation with Acharya Prashant
- Sufi Strings, Violin Performance by Asghar Hussain & Troupe
- Naghma-e-Khusro:
- Sufi Performance by Vusat Iqbal Khan
Day 2: 24 Feb
- Hazari:
- Hindustani Classical Recital by Kokab Rashid
- Shiv Stuti:
- Dhrupad Performance by Ustad Wasifuddin Dagar
- “Bhakti Ras”:
- Talish Ray in conversation with Padma Shri Ustad Wasifuddin Dagar & Padma Shri Prahlad Singh Tipaniya
- Kabir Wani:
- Performance by Padma Shri Prahlad Singh Tipanya
- “Women & Spirituality”:
- Vusat Iqbal Khan in conversation with Rekha Bhardwaj
- Ram:
- Kathak Production by Padma Shri Guru Shovana Narayan & Troupe
- Faqeero Ki Dilli:
- A Dastangoi Production by Danish Hilal Khan, Syed Muiz Chishty & Sufi Akshay Dutta
- “Comedy as Service”:
- Anika Singh in Conversation with RJ Naved
- “Delhi’s Sufi Heritage”:
- Vidya Shah in Conversation with Hazrat Riyazuddin Chishty, William Dalrymple
- Introducing Haider Ali Sabri (Sufi)
- M.A.D (Music & Donate) Rockstar:
- Performance by Baabarr Mudacer
- Meditation Workshop by Anika Singh
- Mandala Workshop by Surabhi Baranwal
- Introducing Child Artists Anaya & Shanaya
- Tribute to Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan:
- Sufi Performance by Aditi
- Raqs Workshop by Sufi Akshay Dutta & Manaal Ahmed (Vocals)
- Introducing Child Artists:
- Aalif Iqbal & Bilal Khan
- Basant:
- Hindustani Classical Recital by Vivek Prajapati (Voice)
- Forms of Durga – Dhrupad Performance by Prashant Nishant
- “Sunflowers” Book Launch & Discussion with author Sujata Parashar
Day 3: 25 Feb
- Hazari:
- Hindustani Classical Recital by Azam Shahid Nizami
- Preyasi:
- Bharatnatyam Performance by Padmapriya Janakiraman
- “Lady Saints of India”:
- Padmapriya Janakiraman in conversation with Rana Safvi, Rama Sundar Ranganathan
- “Deha Tattva” – Baul Performance by:
- Padma Shri Parvathy Baul
- “Sur Sadhna, Finding God through Music”:
- Sadhna Shrivastava in Conversation with Usha Uthup & Shubha Mudgal
- Aalam-e-Ishq – Performance of Sufi Bhakti Repertoire by:
- Padma Shri Shubha Mudgal
- “The Practical Spiritualist” – Azhar Iqbal In Conversation with:
- Hans Raj Hans
- Pop Bhajans – Performance by:
- Padma Bhushan Usha Uthup
- “The Evergreen Rumi” – Khurafati Nitin in Conversation with:
- Imtiaz Ali
- Call to God – Qawwali Performance by:
- Rais Anis Sabri
- Yoga Workshop by:
- Yogacharya Sandeep
- Zikr Workshop by:
- Hazrat Riyazuddin Chishty
- Sarod Tabla Jugalbandi by:
- Pt. Biswajit Roy Chawdhury & Shri Sabir Hussain
- Buddhism Chanting Session by:
- Ven Lama Loga & Others
- Rajasthani Sufi Performance by:
- Sawai Khan
- Ardaas – Punjabi Sufi by:
- Rza Heer
- “The Divine Light” – Book Launch & Discussion with author:
- Syed Adil Chishty
Q1: Dates of Dilli Durbar 2024? Dilli Durbar 2024 is set to unfold its celebration of Love and Spirituality from February 23rd to 25th, 2024.
Q2: Venue of Dilli Durbar 2024? The event will be hosted at the Gandhi Darshan Museum, Rajghat, New Delhi, providing a serene backdrop for the harmonious celebration.
Q3: Is there an entry fee for Dilli Durbar 2024? No, entry to Dilli Durbar 2024 is free for all attendees, offering an inclusive and accessible experience for everyone.
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