Thar Blues
Overview
Next Tour Date: 22-23 Nov
"I may forget the Taj Mahal from this trip, but I will never forget the experience of spending the evening with musicians in their village, and listening to their music under the stars, in the glow of candles …and then the food!"
-- This is what one of our guests said of Thar Baithak. There was a power cut in the village that night!
The baithak, or ‘session’, is the traditional way in which music was listened to for centuries in India.
In an intimate setting, musicians played for a small, exclusive audience, and patrons interacted with the performers.
At Amarrass, we have curated the experience of an extended baithak over two days where you will listen to some great musicians, participate in sessions with instrument makers, learn how to play an instrument and maybe even have a meal at a musician’s home in the village.
Our tour begins in Jaisalmer, at Gadisar Lake.
In late afternoon/evening, you will meet Barmer Boys, the Global Ambassadors of Rajasthani music. They will perform for you in a special setting by the lake. Barmer Boys, a band put together by Amarrass, has performed around the world, most recently at Nita Mukesh Ambani Cultural Centre.
The next morning you will meet Mohan Lal Lohar by the Gadisar Lake and watch him create the Morchang, Rajasthani version of the Jew’s Harp.
Mohan ji is the finest craftsmen of this instrument, a fact with which all veteran players of this instrument agree with. All his morchangs are completely hand crafted and this legacy is being passed on by him to his next of kin.
Our next and final stop for the evening will be the house of Ustad Ghewar Khan in the village of Hamira, which is a half-hour drive from Jaisalmer.
A great musician from the Manganiyar tradition, Ustad Ghewar Khan is a master of the Kamaicha, a stringed instrument played with a horsehair bow.
In his house, where he lives and trains children, Ustad Ghewar Khan will play for you and regale you with stories about his music.
The Thar Baithak is packed with unique, sensory experiences, but the tour unfolds at a relaxed, unhurried pace so that you can take in the stunning Sonar Kella, Rajasthan's spectacular desert and savour its distinct cuisine.
Tour Operator: Sadhana Travels, New Delhi
2 Days Tour
Tour Dates:
22-23 Nov 2024
27-28 Dec 2024
24-25 Jan 2025
21-22 Feb 2025
Tariff
2 Days Excursion (per person) : USD 650.00*
*Subject to a minimum of 10 pax and limited to 20 pax per group
Transport via Innova Crysta for both days is available at an additional cost of Rs 11,000 + GST
Note: Additionally we can provide you with transport, and hotel services from nearest airport/railway station as well.
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Highlights:
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2 days of an unforgettable experiences in and around Jaisalmer
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2 Intimate music baithaks with world class Rajasthani Musicians
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2 Instrument making sessions
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Morchang learning workshop
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Authentic Rajasthani food- Home cooked meal at the artists home in the village
What's included:
2 days excursions as mentioned in the itinerary above
2 Music baithaks
2 Instrument making sessions
1 Morchang workshop
1 meal at the musician’s home in the village
What's not included:
Tips
Alcoholic beverage
Meals/snacks (where not mentioned)
Transport
Air /Train tickets
Insurance
Accommodation
Water/refreshments
Anything not mentioned in the 'What's included' section
Important Note:
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The meal at the artists home in the village is at the guest’s risk
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Travel light
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Ladies need to dress modestly for the visit to the village
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Suggested to carry: Hats/shades
Refunds rules:
100% Refundable : Upto 60 days before the tour date
50% Refundable : Upto 30 days before the tour date
Non-refundable : Within 30 days before the tour date