Manjiri Asnare (Vocal)
with
Yati Bhagwat (Tabla), Anant Joshi (Harmonium)

A Shadaj Baithak event
supported by Mass Cultural Council

Music Appreciation Session
When : Friday, November 7, 2025, 8pm - 10pm
Venue : 6 Tewksbury St, Lexington, MA02421
Tickets : FREE for members (Become a Shadaj Member!)

Concert
When : Saturday, November 8, 2025, 5pm - 8pm
Venue : Pilgrim Congregational Church, 55 Coolidge Avenue, Lexington, MA02421
Tickets : $30, FREE for members (Become a Shadaj Member!)

Notes:

• Please allow sufficient time to park, register and to be seated 15 mins before the start time.
• Members need to RSVP and arrive at least 15 minutes before the start time to secure a seat as concerts often get oversubscribed.
• Entry and seating is not guaranteed for late arrivals.

Information:
tickets@shadaj.org 
Ketki Purandare Limaye: 716-907-2084
Milind Ranade: 409-201-7110

Manjiri Asanare Kelkar is a well known hindustani classical vocalist in the Jaipur-Atrauli gharana. She studied the Jaipur gayaki under the tutelage of Pandit Appa Kanetkar a disciple of Ustad Bhurji Khan. Later she became a disciple of the legendary Ganasaraswati Kishori Amonkar. Hailed as the next “Kesarbai” when she first burst on to the music circuit, Manjiri has performed all over the world at all major venues such as Sawai Gandharva, Dovel Lane, ITC, Harwallabh, Shankarlal, Nomad, Darbar festival to name a few.​

Yati Bhagwat is a distinguished tabla player from India, known for his proficiency in both solo performances and as an accompanist in Indian classical music. He began his tabla training under the guidance of Shri Amit Patkar of the Ajrada gharana and further refined his skills under the tutelage of Pt. Suryaksha Deshpande, a senior disciple of Pt. Arvind Mulgaonkar, aligning with the Farukhabad gharana tradition. Yati's playing style is characterized by intricate rhythmic patterns and a deep understanding of traditional compositions, which he adeptly combines with contemporary nuances.

Anant Joshi is a distinguished harmonium player from India, renowned for his exceptional skill and versatility in both solo performances and as an accompanist. He commenced his musical education under the tutelage of his father, Pt. Achyut Joshi, and further refined his artistry with guidance from Pt. Vishwanath Kanhere and Pt. Shrinivas Khale. His playing style is characterized by a profound understanding of classical nuances, seamlessly blending traditional techniques with innovative expressions, which has led him to collaborate with numerous eminent artists across various genres.