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Monte
Music FestivalHarmonising
the strings of music and binding different cultures together on one platform
is what Monte Music Festival is all about.
Conceived to bring
together Western classical and Indian classical forms of music the Festival
is organised by the Fundacao Oriente and Cidade de Goa in association with
the Kala Academy and is usually held in November. The Festival has been held
for the last two years and is evolving into an annual event.
It
endeavours to link heritage with culture by bringing together the classical
traditions of India and the West while also providing an ideal opportunity
for music lovers to enjoy and collaborate in promoting Goa as a cultural
destination.
The venue for the festival is the courtyard of Capela
da Nossa Senhora do Monte (Chapel of Our Lady of the Mount) located on a
hillock near the Old Goa church complex. Facing west and providing a
panoramic view of Old Goa, the Mandovi river, the islands of Divar and
Chorao, Ribandar and the Arabian sea, the courtyard makes a perfect setting
for the sunset performances.
There are scheduled performances in
all in three different settings — the amphitheatre, the courtyard and
the Chapel itself. The Festival is usually spread over 4 days with
performances starting at 5 pm.
The Festival features a wide range
of artistes showcasing their musical talent to complete perfection. There
are sitar, sarod, harmonium and vocal recitals besides barroque music. The
Festival is thus a treat from the music enthusiasts in a trully fabulous
setting.
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