Purandara Utsava

2025

“Goshti Gaana,” also known as “Goshti Gayana,” is congregational singing that invokes and pays homage to the great composers of “Dasa Sahitya.”

In this tradition, groups of senior and junior artists come together, accompanied by musicians such as instrumentalists and vocalists, to sing the key compositions of these composers. These compositions include the Navaratna Malikas and Pancharatna Krutis, fundamental to Carnatic classical music. This practice is particularly prominent during the great composers’ aradhane (worship) festival and has been followed for many years.

On the day of Purandara Utsava, we offer compositions such as Pillari Geete and selected Navaratna Malika kritis in honor of Sangeeta Pitamaha Shri Purandara Dasaru. The sequence of Ghosti Gaana Kritis is an integral part of this celebration.