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India Music Retreat 2026: A Journey Through India's Diverse Musical Worlds
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News18•29-09-2026, 10:51
India Music Retreat 2026: A Journey Through India's Diverse Musical Worlds
- •The India Music Retreat 2026, held in Jaipur, brought together over 400 music lovers for an immersive program of performances, conversations, and musical discoveries.
- •Curated by MuseMusic founder Mala Sekhri, the retreat showcased a wide range of Indian music, from classical traditions to contemporary sounds, featuring both accomplished maestros and emerging artists.
- •Unlike conventional festivals, the retreat focused on creating a relaxed atmosphere for deeper engagement with music, encouraging audiences to discover new artists and connect with different musical expressions.
- •Performances included a diverse lineup such as Anil Srinivasan, U Rajesh, Sumesh Narayanan, Carnatic vocalist Aruna Sairam, and Soumik Datta, who blended Indian classical with contemporary sounds.
- •The event also featured conversations like ‘Jadunama’ with Javed Akhtar and Divya Dutta, highlighting the intersection of music with poetry, cinema, and storytelling, emphasizing the living tradition of Indian music.
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The second edition of the India Music Retreat was held in Jaipur. Spanning multiple days in September, the event brought together more than 400 music lovers for an immersive programme of performances, conversations, and musical discoveries.
The retreat was curated by Mala Sekhri, the founder of MuseMusic. Her vision focused on blending established classical maestros with emerging artists to give new musicians the opportunity to find listeners and patrons.
One of the most memorable conversation sessions was titled "Jadunama". It featured Javed Akhtar in conversation with Divya Dutta, alongside singer Deepali Sahay, exploring the intersection of poetry, lyrics, cinema, and storytelling within India's musical ecosystem.
