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Prabhawati Sangeet Samman 2026 Celebrates Indian Classical Music in Prayagraj


Prabhawati Sangeet Samman 2026 Celebrates Indian Classical Music in Prayagraj



Prabhawati Sangeet Samman 2026, organised by The Bougainvillea Art Foundation in memory of Late Smt. Prabhawati Ji, brought together celebrated musicians, emerging artists and distinguished awardees for an evening dedicated to Indian classical music and India's rich performing arts heritage.

The prestigious cultural evening was held on 26 September 2026 at Rabindralaya Auditorium, Jagat Taran College, Prayagraj.

  1. Prabhawati Sangeet Samman 2026 at Rabindralaya Auditorium Prayagraj


A Celebration of Music, Memory and Artistic Excellence



The evening began with a welcome address by Dr. Kaynat Kazi, Founder, The Bougainvillea Art Foundation, followed by a Pushpanjali in memory of Late Smt. Prabhawati Ji and the ceremonial lighting of the lamp.





The programme brought together artists from different musical traditions, creating a platform that celebrated both established masters and contemporary practitioners of Indian performing arts.

Priyank Krishna’s Special Saxophone Recital


Priyank Krishna performing saxophone at Prabhawati Sangeet Samman

A major attraction of the evening was Shri Priyank Krishna's special saxophone recital, featuring a noted Hindustani classical saxophone artist.

Priyank Krishna has been honoured with the Ustad Bismillah Khan Yuva Puraskar–2024 by the Sangeet Natak Akademi. He is also an ‘A’ Grade saxophone artist associated with All India Radio and Doordarshan in Hindustani classical music.

His distinctive musical approach combines the gayaki ang and tantrakari ang of North Indian classical music, bringing the vocabulary and expression of Indian classical ragas to the saxophone.

He received his early musical training from his father, renowned clarinet artist Pandit Ram Krishna.





After his recital, Shri Priyank Krishna received the Special Recognition Award for his contribution to music.

Five Uttar Pradesh Sangeet Natak Akademi Awardees Felicitated







The ceremony also honoured five distinguished artists associated with the Uttar Pradesh Sangeet Natak Akademi Award–2025.

The awardees felicitated during the evening were:

  • Shri Pankaj Kumar Srivastava – Tabla

  • Shri Manoj Kumar Gupta – Sugam Sangeet

  • Shri Anoop Kumar Banerjee – Tabla

  • Sushri Sushma Sharma – Playwriting & Direction (Theatre)

  • Shri Shrikant Vaishya – Folk Music

Their recognition reflected the diversity of India's performing arts traditions, spanning classical instrumental music, light classical music, theatre and folk music.

Aastha Goswami Receives Prabhawati Sangeet Samman–2026



The highlight of the evening was the presentation of the Prabhawati Sangeet Samman–2026 to renowned classical vocalist Aastha Goswami of Vrindavan.

Aastha Goswami has pursued extensive training in Indian classical music and holds a Master's degree in music along with Sangeet Visharad and Sangeet Nipuna qualifications. She received advanced training at the ITC Sangeet Research Academy under Pandit Arun Bhaduri and Padma Vibhushan Girija Devi.

Known for her distinctive approach to Padavali singing, Aastha Goswami brings together the nuances of Khayal with an expressive and deeply emotive style.

Her work is also closely associated with the preservation and presentation of Braj's traditional musical heritage, including Krishna-Radha celebrations, Badhai singing, Jhoola, Ashtayam Raag Seva and seasonal traditions associated with Holi, Basant and Sawan.

Her performances have taken her to prestigious platforms in India and abroad, including programmes associated with Harvard, Yale and Columbia University. She is also an ICCR-empanelled artist and an All India Radio-approved artist.

Aastha Goswami receiving Prabhawati Sangeet Samman 2026


 



After receiving the honour, Aastha Goswami presented a special classical vocal recital, which became one of the memorable highlights of the evening.

Artists felicitated at Prabhawati Sangeet Samman 2026

Honouring the Accompanying Musicians

The contribution of accompanying musicians was also recognised during the programme. Dr. Vinod Kumar Mishra, on tabla, and Shri Shamshad Ali, on harmonium, along with other accompanying artists and collaborators, were felicitated for their contribution to the performances.

A Tribute to India's Living Cultural Heritage

Shri A.P.Tiwari- Petron, The Bougainvillea Art Foundation, delivering his thanksgiving speech to the audience. 



The Prabhawati Sangeet Samman 2026 was conceived not merely as an award ceremony but as a celebration of India's living musical heritage.

By bringing together Hindustani classical vocal music, instrumental music, folk traditions and theatre, the event created a shared platform for artists and audiences to engage with India's diverse performing arts traditions.

The initiative also reflects The Bougainvillea Art Foundation's commitment to cultural preservation, documentation and promotion of India's artistic heritage.

The programme concluded with a vote of thanks by Shri A. P. Tiwari, Patron, The Bougainvillea Art Foundation, followed by the National Anthem.

The evening ended with a sense of gratitude and celebration—honouring the memory of Late Smt. Prabhawati Ji while recognising artists who continue to enrich and carry forward India's musical traditions.

Event Details

Event: Prabhawati Sangeet Samman–2026
In Memory of: Late Smt. Prabhawati Ji
Date: 26 September 2026
Venue: Rabindralaya Auditorium, Jagat Taran College, Prayagraj
Organised by: The Bougainvillea Art Foundation

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