Live Musical Performances
Available across India
I sing live at concerts, baithakis, and events, performing classical, semi-classical, and Sufi music with my ensemble or solo, adapting to the audience and occasion.
Pricing Guide
Acoustic Baithak & Ghazal Session
Performance Details
- Artist: Live vocals by Vidushi Barnali Chattopadhyay (90-120 mins).
- Genre: Curated mix of Ghazals (Jagjit Singh/Mehdi Hassan style), Benaras Gharana Thumri, and unplugged Heeramandi hits.
- Format: Traditional seated setup (Baithak) allowing for close interaction and direct song requests from guests.
Acoustic Trio Ensemble
- Percussion: 1 Senior Tabla player for intricate rhythmic cycles.
- Melody: 1 Harmonium or Sarangi player to accompany vocals.
- Drone: Electronic Tanpura or supporting vocalist for backing.
Experience & Tech
- Context: Artist provides English/Hindi explanations of Urdu poetry (Sher-o-Shayari) for the audience.
- Sound Check: Mandatory 45-minute check to balance room acoustics before guest arrival.
- Attire: Artist performs in signature heavy silk sarees and traditional jewelry.
Live Concert with Fusion Band
Concert Performance
- Setup: Standing or high-stool performance designed for large stages (Weddings, Corporate Galas).
- Setlist: Upbeat Sufi, Bollywood Fusion, Folk, and viral Netflix series tracks with full orchestral backing.
- Engagement: High-energy interaction encouraging audience participation and singing along.
6-Piece Band Setup
- Rhythm: Tabla mixed with Octapad/Dholak for a modern beat.
- Melody: Keyboards/Synthesizer, Lead Guitar, and Harmonium.
- Audio: Dedicated Front of House sound engineer included for studio-quality live mixing.
Production Requirements
- Sound System: Client to provide sound system based on the detailed technical rider (e.g., JBL VRX/Vertec).
- Logistics: Includes intra-city travel and management for the full musical troupe.
The Heeramandi Musical Production
Visual Spectacle
- Dance Troupe: 4 to 6 professional dancers performing Kathak and semi-classical choreography synchronized with the vocals.
- Aesthetic: Recreates a Royal Court/Kotha vibe, ideal for heritage-themed Sangeets.
- Costumes: Dancers wear coordinated, high-quality ethnic attire (Anarkalis/Lehengas) to match the visual theme.
Musical Ensemble
- Live Score: Full fusion band provides live backing for the choreographed routines.
- Coordination: Pre-show rehearsals included to ensure tight cues between musicians and dancers.
VIP Inclusions
- Meet & Greet: Post-show photo opportunity for the host family.
- Management: On-site manager to handle the troupe's entry, exit, and lighting cues.
About Live Musical Performances
Music is what keeps me going. For me, singing live is about sharing a piece of my soul, whether it's a Thumri live performance or a heartfelt Ghazal. Every show, big or small, is a chance to connect and feel alive.
Where I Perform
- Big concerts and festivals have an energy of their own. With my full classical music ensemble - tabla, sitar, guitar, harmonium - the vibe is grand, like you might've seen at Jodhpur RIFF or Science City.
- Smaller, intimate baithaki music evenings are something else. These gatherings are all about close-knit connections, honest moments, and music that feels like a shared secret.
- For corporate or cultural events, I adapt to the mood. Sometimes it's a sparkling highlight, sometimes it’s more about interactive sessions where I mix stories with song.
My Approach
- My style is rooted in classical and semi-classical but always open to the moment. I weave in Sufi music concerts, timeless Amir Khusru pieces, and even spontaneous performances.
- Singing is not just technique for me. It's about 'bhaav' - emotion, storytelling through song, and bringing out that nari shakti (woman power) that I truly believe in. Amra Nari, Amra Shob Pari (We women, we can do anything).
Meet your Expert
Barnali Chattopadhyay
My Story
Hi, I’m Barnali. Music’s more than work for me – it’s my breath, my peace, my everything. Singing, especially for Heeramandi, feels like touching something divine. Got the Devi award, felt proud, you know. I really believe in Nari Shakti. Like I say, 'Amra Nari, Amra Shob Pari' (we women can do anything). My daughter, my sarees, my roots – all part of my story. Grateful for every musical evening. Dugga Dugga.
My Work
Classical & Semi-Classical Singing - I sing live at stage shows, baithakis, music festivals, and do studio work for films and jingles.
Unique Singing Style - My style mixes classical and semi-classical, with influences from different gharanas. Love singing Thumri and Ghazal.
Heeramandi & Film Vocals - You might know my voice from Heeramandi or films like Har Har Byomkesh. I do semi-classical film vocals.
Live Shows & Baithakis - I perform at big festivals and intimate baithaki evenings – each show is special to me.
Collaborations with Maestros - Sharing stage and studio with great artists, creating timeless music together – that’s what I live for.
