Posted on 28 March 2026:

A Timeless Musical Journey: Shata-Tantri Veena in the Tansen Parampara

IN THE HEART OF NEW DELHI, THE DESHBANDHU CHITTARANJAN MEMORIAL SOCIETY INVITES MUSIC LOVERS TO IMMERSE THEMSELVES IN AN EVENING OF RARE ARTISTRY.

On 4th April 2026, the Members Lounge at Chittaranjan Bhavan, C.R. Park, New Delhi will resonate with the ethereal strains of the Shata-Tantri Veena, an instrument steeped in the grandeur of the Tansen Parampara.

Guiding this journey is Pandit Dishari Chakraborty, whose mastery of the Shata-Tantri Veena evokes centuries of tradition while breathing new life into its timeless melodies. His performance will be enriched by the rhythmic brilliance of Pandit Ramkumar Mishra on the tabla, weaving a dialogue of sound that balances delicacy with dynamism.

Pandit Dishari Chakraborty: A Visionary of the Shata-Tantri Veena

In the luminous realm of Indian classical music, Pandit Dishari Chakraborty shines as a rare force—an artist, educator and innovator whose mastery of the Shata-Tantri Veena (Kashmiri Santoor) has carved a distinct sonic path. With over three decades of immersive experience, he has transformed tradition into living resonance, bridging pedagogy, performance and global collaboration.

Honoured with 14 prestigious awards for excellence in composition and sound design, his artistry has echoed across continents, weaving scores for film, theatre and dance with signature depth and innovation. As a featured artist in programs commissioned by the Indian Council for Cultural Relations (ICCR), Pandit Chakraborty continues to shape cultural dialogues through sound—effortlessly uniting heritage and modernity in every note.

Pandit Ram Kumar Mishra: The Rhythmic Legacy of Banaras Gharana

Pandit Ram Kumar Mishra embodies the rich rhythmic traditions of the Banaras Gharana, carrying forward a lineage steeped in musical brilliance.

Honoured with an illustrious array of awards—including Yash Bharti, Brahmanaad Lifetime Achievement Award, Pandit Jasraj Sangeet Ratna Award, and the Atal Bihari Vajpayee National Award for the promotion of art and culture, and many more—his artistry is not merely heard, but deeply felt and remembered.

Celebrated across India and beyond, Pandit Mishra has graced countless festivals, accompanying the finest musicians with unmatched grace and gravitas. As a top-grade artist of All India Radio and Doordarshan, his tabla continues to resonate as both tradition and timeless innovation.