5 September 2025:
Sanchari Bhattacharyya: Bridging Traditions Through Khyal and Thumri Across Continents
Renowned for her evocative renditions in the North Indian classical vocal traditions of khyal and thumri, Sanchari Bhattacharyya is a vocalist whose journey spans decades and continents.
Rooted in early musical training and refined through over ten years of dedicated tutelage under Guru Sri Anjan Majumdar in India, her voice carries both depth and delicacy.
“Through each performance, lecture, and intimate Baithak, I strive to create spaces where music transcends borders and traditions find new resonance. Whether in the quiet reverence of a MandraSaptak Baithak or the vibrant energy of a cultural conference, these moments have deepened my commitment to nurturing artistic exchange and honoring the timeless spirit of Indian classical music,” shares renowned Sanchari Bhattacharyya.
“As I continue to share, teach, and learn across geographies, I remain devoted to fostering meaningful connections—between artist and audience, tradition and innovation, and the many voices that shape our shared cultural landscape,” she added.
Now based in North America, Sanchari Bhattacharyya, continues to enrich audiences through performances, teaching, and intimate MandraSaptak Baithaks. Her appearances at prestigious platforms such as Shadaj Boston, Carnatic and Hindustani Music Circle (New Hampshire), Dartmouth College, the North Indian Bengali Conference in Toronto, and stages in New York and Kolkata, reflect a commitment to cultural dialogue and artistic excellence.
Renowned for her evocative renditions in the North Indian classical vocal traditions of khyal and thumri, Sanchari Bhattacharyya is a vocalist whose journey spans decades and continents.
Bridging Traditions Across Continents: A Journey Through Performance, Pedagogy and Cultural Dialogue
With each performance, she humbly honors the teaching philosophy and signature of her Guru, weaving the essence of talim into the soul of Raaga music. Her voice carries not just melody, but reverence—a quiet offering to tradition, and a radiant bridge to contemporary audiences. For those seeking a glimpse into her musical world, a selection of performance clips is shared below.
