TBT DESK
Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy celebrated the 125th birth anniversary of legendary singer Abbasuddin Ahmed, a pioneer in bringing Bengali folk music to a global audience, with a programme featuring some of his timeless songs on Tuesday, 27 October.
The event took place at the auditorium of the National Music and Dance Centre. Culture Minister Nitai Roy Chowdhury attended as the chief guest, while Culture Secretary Yasmin Begum spoke as the special guest. Researcher and singer Professor Dr Nashid Kamal delivered the keynote discussion. The programme was chaired by Md Harun-or-Rashid, joint secretary at the Ministry of Cultural Affairs and director general of Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy.
The musical performances began with Rezaul Karim Limon singing Pran Sokhire, Oi Shono Kadambatole Banshi Bajay Ke and Porer Odhine Koirachhe Amay. Artist Rahat Ara Geeti then performed Nazrul songs.
Noshin Laila followed with Se Jeno Ki Korlore Amay and Amay Eto Raat Keno Dak Dili Pran Kokilare. Salauddin Ahmed performed Bhule Jeo Bhule Jeo and Kuchbaran Konnyare Tor Meghbaran Kesh.
Professor Dr Nashid Kamal sang O Ki Garial Bhai. The programme concluded with a group performance by artists from the Abbasuddin Sangeet Academy, who presented O Mon Ramadaner Oi Rojar Sheshe Elo Khushir Eid and Baokumta Batas Jemon Ghuriya Ghuriya More.
