Veena artist Jayanthi Kumaresh receives Sangita Kalanidhi award at Music Academy's centennial event
The Music Academy will present the Sangita Kalanidhi award to veena artist Jayanthi Kumaresh during its 100th Conference and Concerts. Kumaresh is recognized as a leading performer of the Saraswati veena, having worked with the late tabla maestro Zakir Hussain. This honor comes as the institution marks its centennial celebration.
Key facts
- Jayanthi Kumaresh will receive the Sangita Kalanidhi award
- The award presentation occurs at the Music Academy's 100th Conference and Concerts
- Kumaresh is a foremost exponent of the Saraswati veena
- She has collaborated with tabla maestro Zakir Hussain
- Zakir Hussain is deceased
- The Music Academy is hosting its centennial event
- The award is being presented during a conference and concerts series
- Kumaresh's recognition highlights her contributions to Indian classical music
Entities
Artists
- Jayanthi Kumaresh
- Zakir Hussain
Institutions
- Music Academy