On the sacred sands of Prasanthi Nilayam, where every note becomes a prayer and every breath a song of gratitude, the evening blossomed into a tapestry of divine melody as part of Bhagawan Sri Sathya Sai Baba’s ongoing Shatavarsha Mahotsavam.
The stage was graced by the legendary Padma Bhushan Pandit Vishwa Mohan Bhatt, creator of the world-renowned Mohan Veena—an instrument that seamlessly blends the depth of Indian classical tradition with the soul of the slide guitar. A true global ambassador of Indian artistry, he has performed in more than 80 countries and offered the world the iconic, Grammy-winning creation A Meeting by the River.
Accompanying him was his son, Pandit Salil Bhatt, the creative force behind the Satvik Veena, a vibrant evolution of the Mohan Veena. Along with the Vishwaveena, these instruments form the family’s celebrated Veena Triveni, resonating with the grace of Maa Saraswati.
The duo commenced their offering with a serene invocation to Lord Ganesha—“Vakratunda Mahakaya”—invoking auspiciousness and setting the tone for an evening steeped in devotion and surrender.
What unfolded thereafter was a journey through melody, emotion, and spiritual upliftment:
Kesariya Balam — A Rajasthani Welcome, gently inviting the Lord to reside in their hearts.
Raga Bhopali blended with Pahadi, a soothing exploration of classical beauty.
A Meeting by the River — The Grammy Offering, introduced by Pandit Vishwa Mohan Bhatt, with the reminder that music is a bridge that unites all humanity, dissolving barriers of language, religion, and culture.
Jog Jazz — A Fusion for Universal Harmony, weaving classical strings with global rhythms.
Raga Kirwani — A Loving Tribute to Bhagawan, stirring and deeply devotional.
The maestros engaged warmly with the audience throughout, with Pandit Salil Bhatt expressing his profound joy and privilege in performing at Prasanthi Nilayam—a place every artist dreams of offering their art at least once in a lifetime.
In a heartwarming moment, Pandit Vishwa Mohan Bhatt invited the gathering to join him in a familiar refrain sung across nations:
“I love, I love India.”
Within moments, the hall resonated with a special offering befitting Sai’s abode:
“I love, I love Sai Baba.”
The evening stood as a glowing reminder of how music, when offered at the Lotus Feet, transforms into a sacred pathway—uniting hearts, uplifting minds, and filling the very air of Prasanthi with divine vibration.
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