“Purnima Chaudhury’s thumri and dadra were very well rendered. She has attained a considerable maturity in this mode of Hindustani music.” – The Hindustan Times, New Delhi
Probably, the mere acknowledgement above does not complement the musical charisma of the legendary Purnima Chaudhury, an eminent classical singer in Kolkata. At an age where pure classical and Hindustani music is set to be oblivious, talented singers such as Purnima Chaudhury is carrying on the tradition of the country with great efficacy. Her singing attributes have made all her audience spellbound. Her sweet voice complemented by perfect melodious tuning, has made her a living Saraswati. She belongs to the rare groups of classical singers, who are successfully carrying forward our age-old tradition with their unmatched exemplary talents.
Purnima Chaudhury, the famous singer in Kolkata has a glittering career record up to now. Doordarshan has telecasted many of her musical programs. Akashvani has also aired her musical charms in various occasions including some of the prestigious national programmes. With a Sangeet Pravin (M.Muse) degree from Prayag Sangeet Samity, she has perfectly kept the glory of her mentors. In various cities of the country such as Delhi, Allahabad, Gwalior, Bhopal, Indore, Jaipur, Lucknow, and so on Purnima Chaudhury has performed in several musical functions.
Apart from her national performance, she adorned some of the prestigious international musical programs as well. Her programmes in Asia Festival in Commonwealth Institute, London Collecium, University of California in World Conference of Indian Art & Culture, etc had been immensely popular. Especially, this singer in Kolkata showed her remarkable talent in Thumri evening organized by the Indian Embassy, Washington D.C. The list of the national and programs does not end here, and this is only name of a few where her performances were applauded overwhelmingly.
If you observe carefully, Purnima Chaudhury follows some particular types of Gayekis. These musical styles include Traditional, Puran-ang, Banaras Gharana, Khayal, Thurmri, Kajri, Dadra, Hori, Tappa, Chaity etc. In almost all classical music, she has proved her impeccable talent and mastery. If you want to know more about this talented singer in Kolkata, you must visit http://www.purnimachaudhuri.co/ and learn more about this charismatic personality and her talents.
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