Song and dance, India-style, in free lunchtime show on the Morristown Green

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Another colorful season of Music Without Borders draws to a close today, Aug. 3, with music and dance from India on the Morristown Green at lunchtime.

Ms. Astha Shukla, Indian vocalist;
Ms. Astha Shukla, Indian vocalist, will perform on the Green for the lunchtime crowd on Aug. 3.

The free program is called Sounds of the North, Bells of the South, and will feature vocalist Astha Shukla and dancers Suba Ramesh Parmar, Madhumita Parmar and a team of dancers from the Shubanjali troupe.

It’s hosted by the Mayo Performing Arts Center and the Arts Council of the Morris Area.

Here’s how Dr. Lynn Siebert of the Arts Council describes the event:

Music:

Madhumita Parmar, dance soloist (from Shubanjali).
Madhumita Parmar, dance soloist (from Shubanjali) will perform on the Morristown Green at noon on Aug. 3

Known for its intricacy, richness and variety, Indian music matches every occasion, reason and season.  This presentation celebrates the onset of “SAAWAN”, the rainy season, which brings joy and relief after a harsh summer and hence is eagerly awaited and celebrated with music and dance. Showcasing India’s classical, devotional and folk genres, these compositions describe the beautiful mood created by the dark clouds, cool breezes and gentle showers and the atmosphere of joy and festivity felt by one and all.  Featuring Ms. Astha Shukla a vocalist specializing in Hindustani Classical, semi- classical and light music, she is an active concert artist and the founder of the SwarVeena School of Music in New Jersey.

Dance:

Shubanjali’s award-winning artistic director and founder of both the dance school and company of the same name, Suba Ramesh Parmar, has been honored by the government of India, Union County and the State of NJ for her outstanding contributions to the art of Indian classical and folk dance. At Music Without Borders, she will showcase the intricate traditions of temple dancers of India, accompanied by Ms. Madhumita Parmar and a team of dancers from Shubanjali.   Highlights of the program will be a breathtaking Cosmic Dance of Lord Shiva, Tales of Krishna, a devotional Meera Bhajana, Tillana and the spectacular Peacock Dance.

Congratulations to the Arts Council and the Community Theater for another eclectic and entertaining summer series!

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