Enter the enchanting world of folk music at Panjim's Azad Maidan

Vrutha Karmali

ARTISTIC ENDEAVOUR

The Serendipity Arts Festival 2024 in Goa is almost nearing its end with only two days left to go. So, if you are in or around Panjim, you have to check out this exciting venue.

Azad Maidan | Panjim City | Serendipity Arts Festival 2024 | Music | Instruments | Goa | Photo: Vrutha Karmali

MELODIES ECHO

Panjim's Azad Maidan presents a special project, an exhibition of musical instruments, titled 'Eternal Echoes: The Resonance of Heart with Heritage' that will leave you awe-struck.

Azad Maidan | Panjim City | Serendipity Arts Festival 2024 | Music | Instruments | Folk Traditions | Goa | Photo: Vrutha Karmali

ROOTED IN TRADITION

Curated by Helen Acharya, the art exhibition takes you on an exploratory journey through the instruments emerging from the indigenous and folk worlds.

Azad Maidan | Panjim City | Serendipity Arts Festival 2024 | Music | Instruments | Goa | Photo: Venita Gomes

TREASURED INSTRUMENTS

At this venue, you will find a wide variety of unique instruments like baans (bamboo flute), or string instruments, called sarangi, ektara and dotara, to name a few.

Azad Maidan | Panjim City | Serendipity Arts Festival 2024 | Music | Instruments | Goa | Photo: Vrutha Karmali

DIVERSE COUNTRY

From Punjab to West Bengal, the installation has brought together traditional instruments from diverse parts of India, showcasing the country's rich culture and heritage.

Azad Maidan | Panjim City | Serendipity Arts Festival 2024 | Music | Instruments | Goa | Photo: Vrutha Karmali

INNOVATIVE DESIGNS

The installation is not only informative, but also visually impressive. Its innovative presentation will keep your eyes entertained as you navigate your way through the venue.

Azad Maidan | Panjim City | Serendipity Arts Festival 2024 | Music | Instruments | Goa | Photo: Venita Gomes

HURRY UP!

The clock is ticking, the festival is coming to an end. So, head to Azad Maidan in Panjim and witness this magical journey through folk music traditions.

Azad Maidan | Panjim City | Serendipity Arts Festival 2024 | Music | Instruments | Goa | Photo: Vrutha Karmali

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