MUMBAI: The inaugural India Music Retreat 2025, presented by Muse Music and flawlessly executed by Artkonnect Management, concluded on 21st September the magnificent Fairmont Jaipur. Held from September 19–21, 2025, the retreat introduced a new cultural landmark for India’s music landscape, an intimate and thoughtfully curated sanctuary where tradition, innovation, and cultural exchange converged.
Designed as an exclusive in-hotel retreat for guests at Fairmont Jaipur, the three-day experience brought together legendary maestros, contemporary voices, and genre-defying collaborations across three stages. From serene dawn meditations to late-night concerts under the stars, audiences were treated to a rare journey through India’s classical roots, folk traditions, and global fusion.
Highlights Across Three Days
Day 1: Soulful Beginnings
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1 The Anirudh Varma Collective set the tone with a vibrant contemporary-classical performance.
2 Kaushiki Chakraborty transported listeners with a Thumri recital celebrating the emotive depth of Hindustani traditions.
3 The day concluded at the Reflective Pool with California to Jaipur—a jazz conversation between saxophonist George Brooks and guitarist Sanjay Divecha.
Day 2: Mastery and Tradition
1 Jayanthi Kumaresh enthralled the morning audience with her evocative veena recital.
2 Manik Premchand’s Behind the Song series revealed stories behind timeless melodies.
3 Carnatic virtuoso Sandeep Narayan commanded the stage in Maestro’s Choice.
4 The evening belonged to Ustad Shujaat Khan, whose sitar performance was met with standing ovations.
Day 3: Grand Finale
1 Dattatreya Velankar paid tribute to the Kirana gharana with Quintessentially Kirana.
2 Brian Silas hosted Brunch with Brian, a soulful piano-led singalong.
3 Aruna Sairam enchanted audiences with Songs of Love, joined in a surprise collaboration by George Brooks.
4 The retreat closed with an electrifying finale by Jasbir Jassi, celebrating Punjabi rhythm and Sufi spirit.
A Retreat of Intimacy and Excellence
As its first edition, the India Music Retreat set a new benchmark for immersive, boutique music experiences. Crafted as a sanctuary, it offered an exclusive space where artists and audiences connected beyond the stage. The royal setting of Fairmont Jaipur added to the uniqueness, making the retreat a space of both cultural depth and personal resonance.
Quotes from the Curators
Anand Kanwar, Artkonnect Management:
“We have been associated with Mala Sekhri from Muse Music for over 15 years, and it’s always challenging yet deeply rewarding to bring her vision of music festivals to life. At Artkonnect, we plan and execute large-format concerts and festivals, but this retreat was special—it wasn’t about scale or spectacle, but about attention to detail, creating intimacy, and blurring the boundaries between artists and audiences.”
Mala Sekhri, Muse Music:
“The vision was to create a sanctuary for music—away from the noise of large festivals and concerts. We wanted listeners to experience music in its purest, most personal form. Seeing this vision come alive at Fairmont Jaipur has been deeply fulfilling.”
