‘Soor Sangat’ - Presenter: Mr. Suresh Achrekar
In the 20th episode of ‘Sudarshan Sangeet Sabha’, Maharashtra Cultural Centre has organized screening of a documentary film “Soor Sangat”. Late Vasantrao Achrekar was a renowned Tabla accompanist in yesteryears. His Tabla accompaniment was cherished by many maestros including Pandit Kumar Gandharva. As a Tabla player, Achrekar had a colorful career in Film music, Natya Sangeet, light music as well as Art music. “Soor Sangat”, a documentary produced by his son Mr. Suresh Achrekar depicts the contribution of Achrekar as a Tabla maestro. Renowned musicians such as Malini Rajurkar, Yashvantbua Joshi, Abdul Halim Jaffer Khan, Zarin Daruwala, etc had shared their memories about Achrekar in this film.
This screening will take place at Sudarshan Rangamanch, Pune on Sunday, 17th Feb. 2013, at 11am. Donation passes will be available half hr prior to show at venue.