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A Musical Homage to Pandit Manilal Nag – The Immortal Voice of the Sitar
With profound respect and heartfelt sorrow, we pay our humble tribute to the legendary sitar maestro, Pandit Manilal Nag (1939–2026), one of the most distinguished exponents of the Bishnupur Gharana of Bengal.
The passing of this great musician marks the loss of an extraordinary chapter in the history of Indian Classical Music. Yet, a true artist never disappears. His music continues to live through every note, every melody, and every heart touched by his art.
Today, Milton Music presents a special musical tribute featuring his soulful sitar recital in Raag Deshi Todi.
Through the delicate nuances of his sitar, the meditative depth of his musical expression, and the timeless beauty of Hindustani Classical Music, we remember a maestro whose life was devoted to the pursuit of musical excellence.
ABOUT THE LEGEND
Born on 16 August 1939 in Bankura, West Bengal, Pandit Manilal Nag belonged to a distinguished family of musicians and carried forward the rich musical heritage of the Bishnupur Gharana.
He received his early training from his father, the eminent musician Gokul Nag. Beginning his musical journey at a very young age, he gradually established himself as one of Bengal's most respected sitar maestros.
His first major public appearance was at the All India Music Conference in 1953. Over the decades, he performed across India and internationally, bringing the distinctive musical tradition of Bengal to audiences around the world.
His artistry was deeply rooted in the Dhrupad-influenced tradition of the Bishnupur Gharana, known for its purity, discipline, depth and meditative musical expression.
A LEGACY OF HONOUR
Throughout his remarkable musical journey, Pandit Manilal Nag received several prestigious honours:
Sangeet Natak Akademi Award – 2001
Alauddin Puraskar – 2012
Banga Bibhushan – 2015
Padma Shri – 2020
These honours recognised his exceptional contribution to Indian Classical Music and his dedication to preserving India's priceless musical heritage.
ABOUT THIS PRESENTATION
Raag: Deshi Todi
Instrument: Sitar
Artist: Pandit Manilal Nag
Ananda Gopal Bandopadhyay
Raag Deshi Todi offers a beautiful opportunity to experience the expressive world of Hindustani classical music through the sitar.
As we listen to this recital, let us remember the artist behind the instrument, the years of dedication behind every note, and the priceless tradition he helped preserve.
A TRIBUTE FROM THE HEART
Some artists create music. Some artists become music themselves.
Pandit Manilal Nag belonged to the latter.
His sitar was not merely an instrument; it was a voice through which generations of musical heritage found expression.
His contribution to the Bishnupur Gharana and Indian Classical Music will remain a treasured part of our cultural memory.
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