A Mesmerising Evening with Snehesh Nag and Murtaza Damoon

The recent performance by sitar virtuoso Snehesh Nag and tabla maestro Murtaza Damoon was an evening filled with emotion depth and musical brilliance. The duo enchanted the audience with an exquisite presentation of Hindustani classical music that reflected both tradition and innovation.

Snehesh Nag known for his unique blend of the Senia Shahjahanpore and Enayatkhani gharanas performed with remarkable sensitivity and mastery. His sitar playing carried a rare combination of precision and fluidity filled with expressive nuances that brought each raga to life. The audience was drawn into a soundscape that moved gracefully from meditative alaap to intricate rhythmic interplay with tabla.

Murtaza Damoon complemented the sitar beautifully with his commanding yet graceful tabla accompaniment. His deep understanding of rhythm and ability to respond intuitively to Snehesh’s improvisations created moments of pure musical dialogue.

The performance reflected Snehesh’s lifelong dedication to his art shaped by his training under his father Pandit Sugato Nag and the legendary Pandit Buddhadev Dasgupta. His playing embodied the emotional intensity and aesthetic refinement that have earned him acclaim across India the United States and Canada.

Known not only as a performer but also as an educator and composer Snehesh continues to bridge classical tradition with contemporary sensibilities. His experience as an artist in residence at Strathmore and his upcoming album Nag Mahal reflect his vision of bringing Indian music to new audiences.

Together Snehesh Nag and Murtaza Damoon offered a soulful evening that celebrated the timeless beauty of Hindustani classical music leaving listeners deeply moved by the artistry and spirit of their performance.