Jagjit Singh tribute in Dubai
Indian singer Shekhar Ravjiani, of the singersongwriter duo Vishal-Shekhar, and famed poet Javed Akhtar will pay homage to the late musician Jagjit Singh at a concert on October 11 in Dubai at Joharah Ballroom, Madinat Jumeirah.
Called Hazaaron Khwahishein Aisi, the show, which blends music and poetry, has been performed to rave reviews around the world. Akhtar, who wrote many of Singh’s ghazals (a form of poetry with music), will recite his works, and Ravjiani, along with violinist Depak Pandit, will put them into music.
“As a fan/follower/student of Jagjit Singh ji, I have always wanted to express my heartfelt love, respect and gratitude for his blessings and his unconditional love that showed me the way in my musical career,” said Ravjiani in a statement.
Tickets, starting at Dh200, are now available online. —