Welcome to Maestro Forever, the NCPA's 2-day tribute to Zakir Hussain. 🎼 Concerts In two landmark concerts, over 50 global artistes including John McLaughlin, Shankar Mahadevan, Ganesh Rajagopalan and V. Selvaganesh unite in a gathering unlike any before. 🎶 Recitals From 'Samarpan' and 'Swaranjali' to 'Swararpan' and 'The Legacy Continues', Hindustani classical music takes centre stage, performed by some of the country’s finest artistes. 🗣️ Talks & Conversations Dive into rare perspectives on

There were concerts and then there were the nights when Zakir ji and his closest friends made the stage feel like a living room. 🙌🏼 On this evening, those friends return: John McLaughlin, Shankar Mahadevan, Louis Banks, Dave Holland, Ganesh Rajagopalan, Ranjit Barot, V. Selvaganesh, Chris Potter and others whose lives intertwined with Zakir ji in rehearsals, green rooms, airports and quiet moments backstage. Joined by Fazal Qureshi, Taufiq Qureshi, Yogesh Samsi, Ojas Adhiya, Giridhar Udupa, Sw

It was truly a privilege to witness Umeed, presented by HCL Concerts an evening that beautifully celebrated the legacy of Ustad Zakir Hussain. The powerful performances by Guru Harish Gangani, Neha Bansal, and Nayanika Gangani were marked by intensity, grace, and deep emotional resonance. Every moment on stage reflected the soul and strength of Indian classical dance. A deeply moving and inspiring experience that will stay with us long after the final beat. ✨ #hclconcerts #hclconcerts #kathakdan