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Rajasthan’s first micro-experiential folk music festival – Singing Sands will run from November 22 to 24 in Shekhawati city, 115 km from Jaipur. The first edition of the festival will showcase a range of experiences celebrating the culture, music, folk artists and cuisine of Rajasthan.
Organized by Rajasthan-based entrepreneurs Smriti and Naveen Tripathi, the event is led by Vinod Joshi, an expert on the music and culture of Rajasthan, who has designed over 50 unique festivals and events over the last 20 years.
“The artists who perform, sing and dance at the festival are the keepers of the heritage passed down from generations. Their music, which is older than what you see around you, is almost untouched by the modern world”, said Vinod Joshi, Festival Director, Singing Sands.
The festival will be held in the backdrop of the 275 year old historical fort of Dundlod and will feature renowned regional artistes with renowned lineage. Dundlod Fort is a testament to Rajput artistry and splendour, with courtyards, open terraces and serene spaces providing the perfect backdrop for intimate musical experiences.
Apart from soulful folk music, the two days of exclusive experiences will include interacting and connecting with local artisans, making local crafts and enjoying the most delicious traditional cuisine. Highlights of the experiential festival will include a visit to the stud farm of Thakur Raghuvendra Singh, featuring one of the world’s best horse safaris. This farm is famous for its magnificent Marwari horses. Apart from this, visitors can also take a heritage walk in the village.
Under the guidance of master musicians, visitors can try their hand on instruments such as kamaycha, algoza and morchang. They can also learn about local ingredients, recipes and culinary traditions.
No visit to Shekhawati is complete without visiting the havelis, which were traditional mansions built by local traders in the 19th and early 20th centuries. As a part of the festivities, participants will have the chance to tour a stunning mansion that has now been restored into a museum. Strolling through the mansion’s ornate courtyard and rooms will be like stepping back into history, as you witness the interesting lives of the resident families, carefully preserving their heritage.
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