Anoushka Shankar casts a musical spell on Punekars

For Mruga Kirloskar, time seemed to stand still on a cold winter evening in the city’s Karve Nagar locality. The occasion was a starry musical night with sitarist and musician Anoushka Shankar, along with a team of skilled musicians.Anoushka exuded grace and depth as she began her performance. Her sitar’s resonant twangs weaved emotions, and what followed was spellbinding concert that painted the night with sonic magic. While classical sitar tunes remained her anchor, she seamlessly incorporated electronic elements in songs like Ishq, Secret Heart and Stolen Moment. She also delved into the depths of ragas and explored contemporary soundscapes, evoking a range of emotions.Adding to the richness of the experience were the accompanying musicians, who brought their own unique flavour. From the drums’s rhythmic pulse, to the sarod’s melodies, the ensemble created a symphony of global influences. “It was outstanding! The minimalistic set and creative lighting added to the beauty of this concert. Most of us were listening to Anoushka live for the first time,” said Kavita Koparkar, an attendee