Another evening of the Mehfil-e-Sitar at the NCA Triennale unfolded as an evening of classical elegance, bringing together some of the finest sitar and tabla players at the Shakir Ali Auditorium. The atmosphere carried a quiet reverence as each performance revealed the depth, discipline, and emotive power of South Asian classical music.
The lineup featured Mohammad Abbas Assani accompanied by Sabaz Ali Khan on tabla, followed by Beena Raza whose performance was enriched by the rhythmic support of Shabbir Hussain Jhari. Ayaan Saqib performed alongside Irfan Haider, creating a delicate yet compelling musical interplay. Ustad Farhan Khan continued the evening with a soulful presentation, again accompanied by Shabbir Hussain Jhari.
The event concluded with Ustad Ashraf Sharif Khan, joined by Irfan Haider and Sabaz Ali Khan, bringing the mehfil to a powerful and captivating close. Together, the artists shaped an evening filled with resonance and timeless sound, celebrating the beauty and tradition of classical music within the heart of the NCA Triennale.