RIYADH: An unforgettable evening of music and cultural friendship unfolded in Riyadh this weekend at a musical evening, “Desert Harmony — Sitar Melodies,” hosted by the Indian Embassy in collaboration with the Royal Commission for Riyadh City at the Cultural Palace, Diplomatic Quarter.
The concert brought the soul of Indian classical music to life for a captivated audience comprising Saudi government officials, diplomats, the Indian community and music lovers, through the spellbinding artistry of Ustad Shujaat Husain Khan, whose sitar and melodious voice reciting classical Ghazal (Urdu poetry consisting of rhyming couplets) held the hall in rapt attention.
Transforming the venue into a shared cultural space where every note seemed to deepen a sense of connection for a regaled audience, the musical evening highlighted the strong cultural ties between India and Saudi Arabia, and the shared appreciation for music that brings people together.
Indian Ambassador Dr. Suhel Ajaz Khan, delivering his welcome remarks, said: “This collaboration of the RCRC reflects the Saudi government’s deep and sincere commitment to making Riyadh a world-class destination for culture and the arts, in the spirit of Vision 2030. We are grateful for their support, their trust and their shared belief that cultural exchange is an investment in the future of our two nations.
