Isheeta Chakravarty Live – An Intimate Hindustani Musical Baithak
About the Event

What happens when a powerful Hindustani classical voice meets lush piano textures, intricate percussion, and the freedom to create music in the moment?

Experience an intimate musical baithak with Isheeta Chakravarty, where familiar Indian classical sounds meet unexpected musical textures. Designed as a close and immersive listening experience, this gathering brings together three accomplished musicians and their distinct approaches to sound.

The evening features Isheeta Chakravarty on vocals, Aman Mahajan creating rich and expressive piano textures, and Muthu Kumar adding evocative percussion. Together, the three musicians explore a carefully selected repertoire that includes thumris, abhangs, ghazals, and more.

This is more than a conventional concert. It is an invitation to experience music up close, listen to subtle details, observe musical conversations unfold, and witness three musicians respond to one another in real time.

One evening. Three musicians. Beautiful music. And an intimate room where every note gets the space to breathe.

Experience an Intimate Musical Baithak

The traditional idea of a baithak is centred around closeness between musicians and listeners. Rather than creating distance between the stage and the audience, a baithak encourages a more personal relationship with music.

This event carries that spirit into a contemporary musical setting.

The intimate format allows audiences to focus on the nuances of the performance, from the expressive quality of the voice to the interaction between piano and percussion.

Instead of simply listening from a distance, attendees are invited to become part of an environment where every musical phrase, rhythm, pause, and response can be experienced more closely.

For lovers of Indian classical music and intimate live performances, the evening offers a chance to experience music in a setting designed around listening and connection.

Isheeta Chakravarty – Expressive Hindustani Voice

At the heart of the evening is the expressive voice of Isheeta Chakravarty.

Her performance forms the foundation of a repertoire that moves through different forms and traditions, including thumris, abhangs, ghazals, and other carefully selected pieces.

The voice remains central to the experience, allowing the audience to engage with the emotional and melodic qualities of the music while also hearing how the other musicians respond around it.

The performance is designed to leave room for musical exploration rather than restricting the evening to a rigid presentation.

Aman Mahajan – Rich Piano Textures

Adding another dimension to the performance is Aman Mahajan on piano.

The piano brings a distinctive contemporary texture to the Indian classical and semi-classical musical vocabulary of the evening. Rather than simply accompanying the vocals, the piano becomes part of the musical conversation.

Its rich textures create space for interaction, interpretation, and spontaneous musical responses.

The combination of Hindustani vocals and piano creates an interesting meeting point between familiar sounds and unexpected textures, giving the audience an opportunity to hear these musical elements interact in a fresh way.

Muthu Kumar – Evocative Percussion

The performance is completed by Muthu Kumar’s evocative percussion.

Rhythm plays an important role in shaping the movement and energy of the music. Muthu Kumar's percussion adds depth, pulse, and texture while responding to the vocals and piano.

Together, the three musicians create an environment where melody, harmony, rhythm, and improvisation can interact naturally.

Thumris, Abhangs, Ghazals and More

The evening features a handpicked repertoire that brings together several forms of Indian musical expression.

Thumris

Thumri is known for its expressive melodic character and emotional depth. Its inclusion adds a lyrical dimension to the evening and creates opportunities for nuanced vocal expression.

Abhangs

Abhangs bring another distinctive element to the repertoire, connecting the performance with a rich devotional musical tradition.

Ghazals

Ghazals add lyrical beauty and poetic expression to the evening, complementing the intimate nature of the baithak.

More Musical Explorations

Beyond these forms, the performance also leaves room for other musical ideas and interactions, allowing the three musicians to explore the possibilities of their combined sound.

Music Created in the Moment

A defining aspect of this experience is the freedom to create in the moment.

The event is not presented simply as a fixed sequence where musicians perform independently of one another. Instead, the performance allows Isheeta Chakravarty, Aman Mahajan, and Muthu Kumar to listen and respond to each other in real time.

This interplay can be heard through the relationship between voice, piano, and percussion.

A musical phrase can inspire a response. A rhythm can shift the direction of a passage. A piano texture can introduce a new colour. A vocal expression can create space for another musician to respond.

These interactions are part of what makes an intimate live musical experience different from listening to a recorded performance.

A Concert Where Every Note Can Breathe

The setting is designed to encourage attentive listening.

With an indoor, air-conditioned venue and open seating on a first-come, first-served basis, attendees can settle into the space and experience the performance in an intimate environment.

The event is intended for listeners who enjoy Indian classical music, live musical collaboration, expressive vocals, and performances that allow musicians to explore sound together.

Rather than focusing solely on spectacle, the evening places the music itself at the centre.

Indian Classical Music in an Intimate Setting

The event will feature Indian and Classical music.

For audiences interested in Hindustani music and Indian musical traditions, the performance offers an opportunity to experience familiar forms alongside piano and percussion textures.

The combination of classical and contemporary musical elements gives the evening a distinctive character while retaining the expressive qualities of the repertoire.

Whether you are already familiar with thumris, abhangs, and ghazals or simply enjoy discovering new live music, the performance provides a space to listen, observe, and experience the interaction between different musical voices.

Who Can Attend?

Entry is allowed for all ages, making the event open to audiences across age groups.

Tickets are required for all attendees, regardless of age.

Guests are requested to carry a valid ID proof along with their tickets and follow the venue's entry and security procedures.

Pets are not allowed at the venue.

Venue and Seating Information

The event will take place at an indoor air-conditioned venue.

Seating will be open and available on a first-come, first-served basis. Guests are encouraged to arrive on time if they wish to choose their preferred available seating.

The gates will open 15 minutes before the show time.

Re-entry is allowed with the same ticket, subject to the applicable security and venue procedures.

Photography and Recording

Photography and recording are allowed during the event.

Guests may capture moments from the performance, while ensuring that their activity does not disrupt the musicians, other audience members, or the overall experience.

Attendees should also follow any instructions provided by the organizers or venue management regarding photography and recording.

Important Things to Know

Before attending the event, keep the following details in mind:

Entry is allowed for all ages.
Tickets are required for all attendees.
Pets are not allowed.
The venue is indoors and air-conditioned.
Seating is open and available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Indian and Classical music will be performed at the event.
Photography and recording are allowed.
Re-entry is permitted with the same ticket.
Gates open 15 minutes before the scheduled show time.
Please carry a valid ID proof with you.
Ticket and Refund Policy

All ticket purchases are final and non-refundable.

If the event is cancelled, attendees will receive a full refund.

If the event is rescheduled, ticket holders may choose to retain their ticket for the rescheduled date or opt for a refund.

Guests should retain their ticket details and follow official communication from the organizers regarding any changes to the event.

Security and Entry Guidelines

Security procedures, including frisking, remain at the discretion of management.

Attendees are expected to cooperate with venue security and follow instructions provided during entry.

People in an inebriated state may not be allowed entry.

The organizers also reserve the right to deny late entry to the event.

Prohibited and Hazardous Items

For safety and security reasons, dangerous or potentially hazardous objects are not permitted inside the venue.

Prohibited items include, but are not limited to:

Weapons
Knives
Guns
Fireworks
Helmets
Laser devices
Bottles
Musical instruments
Other dangerous or potentially hazardous objects

Such items may be removed or ejected from the venue, with or without their owner.

Attendees are advised to check their belongings before arriving and cooperate with security procedures at the venue.

Terms and Conditions

Please carry a valid ID proof along with you.

All ticket purchases are final and non-refundable. If the event is cancelled, attendees will receive a full refund. If the event is rescheduled, ticket holders may choose to retain their ticket for the rescheduled date or opt for a refund.

Security procedures, including frisking, remain at the discretion of the management.

No dangerous or potentially hazardous objects, including but not limited to weapons, knives, guns, fireworks, helmets, laser devices, bottles, and musical instruments, will be allowed inside the venue. Such items may be ejected from the venue, with or without their owner.

The sponsors, performers, and organizers are not responsible for any injury or damage occurring due to the event. Any claims regarding the same would be settled in courts in Mumbai.

People in an inebriated state may not be allowed entry.

The organizers hold the right to deny late entry to the event.

Venue rules apply.

A Night of Music, Interaction and Discovery

This intimate musical evening brings together Hindustani vocals, piano, percussion, classical repertoire, and real-time musical interaction in a setting designed for close listening.

With Isheeta Chakravarty's expressive voice, Aman Mahajan's rich piano textures, and Muthu Kumar's evocative percussion, the performance creates an opportunity to hear familiar musical forms through a distinctive combination of sounds.

From thumris and abhangs to ghazals and more, the handpicked repertoire promises an evening centred on melody, rhythm, expression, and musical conversation.

Come ready to listen closely, notice the nuances, and experience three musicians responding to one another in real time.

One evening. Three musicians. Beautiful music. And a room where every note gets to breathe.