Chennai:Ā ‘Tribute to legends’, the first edition of a series of concerts, to raise funds for setting up a radiology unit, would be held here 22 June.
The event aims to bring together the music loving community of Chennai and other cities to participate in a retro music evening of melodious songs and float harmoniously into the 1950s, 60s and 70s of Hindi Cinema era music in India.
The key objectives of the producers of the event, Shradhyanjali Charitable Trust, were serving humanity through variousĀ developmental activities, directly or indirectly.
They believe firmly that events of this nature shall support financially and ensure a positive socio-economic environment, spreading of culture and growth. The proceeds for this event series would go towards support of construction of Radiology unit that was underway at Shree Shree Mohanananda Cancer Hospital at Durgapur and his Ashram at Deoghar and across India where education to economically backward children and medical support was imparted.
Singer Surojit Guha along with Usha Raj, Surmukhi from Chennai, Sangeeta Melekar from Mumbai would sing songs from the classic period of nostalgic hindi cinema music genre, which was evergreen and unforgettable.
The music orchestration is being co-ordinated by Rajnikanth, who is well known for his finesse on the keys assisted with well experienced musicians and instrumentalists. Some of the songs, specially female duets probably not tried before on stage would be the icing on the cake.
Melodious songs from films like Samadhi, Chaya, Kismat, Baapre Baap composed by legendary music directors would be performed. The next concert was planned in November which would capture most of the other legends of India. The concert would be held at Museum Theatre.
Donor passes in the denomination of Rs 250, Rs 450 and Rs 800 would be available at the venue on the day of the show and could also can be pre-booked through 9830017889,7358771761
and online through Bookmyshow.