Ragas by the River 2026: A Musical Journey Along the Kosi River
Report: Ragas by the River 2026
Hindustan Times
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The third edition of Ragas by the River took place from March 21-23, 2026, at The Riverview Retreat in Corbett, Uttarakhand, India. The festival featured performances by renowned artists such as Kutle Khan, Ustad Amjad Ali Khan, and Hariharan, celebrating India's rich musical heritage amidst nature.
- 01Ragas by the River 2026 was held from March 21-23 at The Riverview Retreat, Corbett, Uttarakhand.
- 02Notable performances included Kutle Khan, Ustad Amjad Ali Khan, and Hariharan.
- 03The festival celebrated India's musical legacies with the theme 'Celebrating Legacies'.
- 04Over 400 attendees participated, including a group from Singapore.
- 05Festival director Vir Srivastava plans to expand the brand to other natural settings.
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The Ragas by the River festival, held from March 21-23, 2026, at The Riverview Retreat along the Kosi River in Corbett, Uttarakhand, India, showcased a vibrant array of musical performances. The festival opened with Kutle Khan, who energized the crowd with popular tracks like Chhaap Tilak and Mast Qalandar. The serene atmosphere of the next day was enhanced by Armaan Khan's soulful renditions, including Raag Miya ki Todi and compositions from the film Haq. Kumaoni singer-songwriter Nikhil Saklani shared traditional folk songs that highlighted local culture and environmental issues. The festival's theme, 'Celebrating Legacies', honored musical maestros with awards presented to Ustad Amjad Ali Khan and Pandit Hariprasad Chaurasia. The event drew over 400 attendees, including a notable group from Singapore, and featured performances from various artists, culminating in a grand finale by Hariharan. Festival director Vir Srivastava expressed his vision to promote Indian classical music and expand the festival to new locations, ensuring that the magic of ragas continues wherever nature thrives.
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The festival promotes local culture and tourism, providing a platform for artists and enhancing the region's visibility.
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