New Delhi, Nov 28 : Under the Faculty of Humanities and Oriental Studies, Patanjali University’s Department of Performing Arts successfully hosted a one day lecture series on Wednesday themed “Naadyatra – From Anahata to Ahata.” The programme was conducted under the guidance of Prof. (Dr.) Sadhvi Devapriya, Dean of the Faculty of Yoga and Humanities & Oriental Studies, who lauded the department for connecting the spiritual, scientific, and artistic dimensions of music through this event.
The series was coordinated by Dr. Archana Tiwari, Assistant Professor, and began with the ceremonial lamp lighting and the university’s kul-geet, performed by students under music trainer Chandra Mohan Mishra. The presence of chief coordinators Dr. Alka Giri (Bharatanatyam) and Ashwani Srivastava (Kathak) added significance to the programme.
Dr. Sarita Pathak Yajurvedi delivered the first lecture on “The Relationship Between the Theoretical and Practical Aspects in the Indian Music Tradition and the Basis of Creativity,” exploring jatis, instrumental elements, singing styles, and presented a composition in Raga Bhairav demonstrating Ahata Naad.
Dr. Anaya Thatte spoke on “Foundation of Music Research for Beginners,” outlining the framework for music research and primary and secondary sources. Dr. Jyoti Singh concluded the lecture series with a talk on “Indian Musicology and Global Music Traditions: Transformation and Technology,” covering Natya Shastra, Brihaddeshi, Sangeet Ratnakar, Margi-Deshi traditions, instrument classification, and Western and global music forms.
In the closing session, Dr. Satyendra Mittal, Director Distance Education, highlighted the spiritual and psychological benefits of raga and praised the department for organizing the enriching event.
The lecture series was attended by the University’s Joint Registrar Dr. Nirbhikar, Controller of Examinations Prof. A.K. Singh, Dean Teaching & Research Dr. Ritwik Bisaria, Chief Proctor Swami Arshdev, Dean Student Welfare Dr. Vinay Sharma, along with faculty members, officials, and a large number of students, making it a successful academic and cultural gathering.