Prachi Dixit Group from USA in a Special Evening of Dance

 Emailed on December 24, 2025 at 6:56 PM Regarding Kathak Dance Event at PKK

Memorable evening adorned with Kathak dance at Pracheen Kala Kendra

Chandigarh: 24th December 2025: (Kartika Kalyani Singh//The Music Screen Desk):

In a special program organized by Pracheen Kala Kendra, Prachi Dixit and her group from America enthralled the audience with their Kathak dance performance. Prachi received her dance training and learned the intricacies of Kathak dance under the guidance of Pandit Kanhaiya Lal Ji. Prachi is also the founder of Nupur Dance Academy in America and runs an affiliated center of Pracheen Kala Kendra. She has won the hearts of the audience with her various performances. Prachi is doing wonderful work in promoting Indian art abroad.

The program began with a devotional composition, Shiva Vandana. This was followed by a lyrical composition based on Krishna poems, which were composed by her guru. After this, her group presented the technical aspects of Kathak dance. They skillfully demonstrated their strong command over the technical aspects by presenting Paran, Gat, Uthan, Chalein, Amad, Tripalli, Pramilu, Tihai and Chakradar Paran based on Vilambit, Madhya and Drut laya in Teen Taal. Following this, they presented a beautiful composition based on the emotional aspect, Krishna and Kali, which depicted a timeless dialogue between two divine forces - Krishna and Kali. Krishna represents Maya - the beauty and illusion of the world that draws us in through joy, love, and bliss. His flute enchants the soul, reminding us why existence feels meaningful and captivating. Kali, on the other hand, fierce and unwavering, symbolizes Shakti - raw power, time, and change. She shatters illusions, bringing awakening where comfort cannot remain. Although they appear opposite, they are not in conflict. They are divine complements.

Where Krishna awakens joy, Kali brings awareness. Where Krishna maintains illusion, Kali reveals the truth.

Together, they guide the soul from illusion to liberation, from pleasure to purpose. 

This presentation is inspired by David R. Kinsley's book, "The Sword and the Flute: Kali and Krishna," from Hindu mythology.

At the end of the program, the artists were honored with flowers, shawls, and mementos.

Another special event By the PKK on 1th December

 Emailed on Wednesday, December 10, 2025, at 6:29 PM Regarding  Musical Evening at Pracheen Kala Kendera 

The magic of Kathak artists Muzaffar Mulla and Vidya Gauri Adkar

Chandigarh: 10th December 2025: (Kartika Kalyani Singh//The Music Screen Desk):

This historic place continues the tradition of the magic of song, music, and dance. When I first came here, I came with my uncle, with Gyani Rajinder Singh Chhabra. My mother took a rickshaw from the bus stand to reach here. Despite this, two or three times, when I had to cross a crowded road, I felt the need to hold on to her finger. I remember that same Ancient Art Center from that time. Even then, the atmosphere here was good. People were formally taught music. After spending my childhood there, I entered journalism and then came here for an event. With ਆ journalist Rajendra Sewak Agarwal, a famous journalist from Mohali at that time. He introduced me to the Kausar family. This affection has continued ever since.

In this series, the Prachin Kala Kendra presents its 314th monthly meeting, featuring a Kathak duet by renowned Kathak artists Muzaffar Mulla and Vidya Gauri Adkar.

The event details are as follows:The formal opening ceremony will take place tomorrow, December 11, 2025, at 6:00 pm. The venue will be Prachin Kala Kendra, Sector 35-B, Chandigarh. Join us for another spectacular evening of Indian classical music.

On this occasion, the waves of Indian classical dance, Indian classical music, Chandigarh events, dance lovers, dance, etc. will cast their magical spell on you.

PKK's event also provided a true sense of global unity.

Emailed By PKK on 1st Dec 1, 2025, 6:54 PM Regarding an Global event

The Qawwalis also performed well.

Chandigarh: 1st December 2025: (Kartika Kalyani Singh//The Music Screen Desk)::

This time, the Musical Educational Institute Pracheen Kala Kendra,  An Ancient Art Center known for the music education  conducted a unique experiment. It was truly a unique musical experiment. Music binds the world together in a thread of unity. It also provides a true sense of global unity. The Ancient Art Center proved this. It was a very memorable event, with a meaningful message.

The Prachin Kala Kendra organized a special program, "One World, One Rhythm," today at 5:50 p.m. in the mini auditorium of the Tagore Theatre. The program featured performances by Indian and foreign students undergoing intensive music and dance training under the "Guru-Shishya Parampara" at the Center's Mohali campus. 

These foreign students showcased the dance and music of their respective countries. Dressed in traditional costumes, these students presented beautiful glimpses of their country's art and music. Students from Kazakhstan, Egypt, Mexico, Fiji, Spain, Zimbabwe, Uzbekistan, Tanzania, France, and Bangladesh showcased their country's art and culture. Under the direction of tabla teacher and renowned tabla player, Mr. Avirbhav Verma, this musical evening was filled with beautiful art forms from various countries. 

The gong was introduced, and the sound of a glass and spoon striking each other began the program. Daniel, Sahil, and Valentina performed guitar, accompanied by Nuru, which the audience appreciated. Following this, students from the aforementioned countries performed songs and dances from their respective countries, captivating the audience with their unique performances. 

This was followed by a performance of tabla, in which all students participated. The next part of the program included a Qawwali performance, in which all the foreign students danced to Sufi music, earning applause. Samudra from Nepal performed Alaap, and Raven from Egypt presented a powerful Punjabi Bhangra set to Punjabi music, which not only enthralled the audience but also thoroughly enjoyed it. 

The program concluded with a unique jugalbandi of all the Indian and foreign instruments, which touched the hearts of the audience. In these instruments, instruments like Tabla, Gong, Congo, Chimta, Dhol, Dholak, Djembe, Kahon, Wood Shaker, Egg Shaker, Djembe etc. were performed together. Such performances are a humble attempt to break the boundaries of countries and connect different countries by crossing every border with the sweetness of music. 

The Pracheen Kala Kendera  is promoting, propagating and expanding Indian classical music and dance under the ancient Guru-Shishya tradition of the country, which is a commendable step.