ABOUT US
About Us
Rishal Music Trust is devoted to the promotion and preservation of Indian Classical Music, tradition, and culture. Guided by our Chairman & Chief Patron, Mr. Harvansh Chawla (Founder & Managing Partner – K R Chawla & Co, Law Firm Government Nominee on Indian Company Secretary Institute, Chairman – International Punjabi Forum (IPF), Chairman – BRICS Chamber of Commerce and Industry), the Trust brings together maestros, patrons, and visionaries to nurture India’s musical heritage and inspire future generations.
Our leadership includes Pt. Rajendra Prasanna (Co-Chairman, National Sangeet Natak Akademi Awardee & Grammy Award Certified), Dr. Sushi Singh, Ms. Nutan Jain, Mr. K.J. Alphons, Mr. Ashok Kumar Singh, Mr. Pradeep Jain, Dr. Parvez Hyaat, Mr. Jaspal Singh, Mr. Mehinder Sharma, Dr. B.B.L Madhukar, Mr. Yashovardhan Azad, Mr. Sumit Dang along with the founding vision of Ms. Monika Kapoor, Mr. Hemanandh.V, Mr. Rajesh Prasanna.
Our Trust is also deeply obliged and encouraged with worthy support and guidance of our esteemed Patrons which includes Padmashri Ustad Puranchand Wadali, Ustad Ghulam Ali, Padmashri Pt.Anup Jalota, Padmashri Vidhushi Sumitra Guha, Padmashri Vidhushi Nalini & Kamilini, Padmashri Pt. Shivnath Mishra, Padmashri Janab Muzaffar Ali, Padmashri Ashok Chakradhar, Padmashri Pt.Ronu Majumdar, Padmashri Pt. Umakant Gundecha, Padmashri Ritwik Sanyal, Padmashri Bhai Harjinder Singh (Srinagar wale), Padmashri Ustad Ahmed Hussain & Ustad Mohammad Hussain, Padmashri Pt.Bharti Bandhu, Padmashri Pt. Shashidhar Acharya, Padmashri Ustad Moinuddin Khan, Padmashri Ustad Gulfam Ahmed and other dynamic and revered names in the field of Indian music and literature. From the quiet wings of the stage to the thunderous applause of packed halls, they have breathed life into every character like Mr. Govind Namdev, Ms. Himani Shivpuri, Mr. Raghubir Yadav, Mr. Adil Hussain, Mr. Mukesh Tiwari, Mr. Yashpal Sharma, Mr. Rajesh Tailang these valuable names contribute greatly towards our commitment in archiving endangered traditions, empowering grassroots artists, and igniting a passion for music among the youth.
Main Attributes
Preserving Cultural Heritage and Inspiring Future in the field of Indian Music:
We believe that music has a place of primacy in Indian culture. It symbolises India’s remarkable diversity in cultural, linguistic and religious terms and, embodies the historic tides that shaped its contemporary pluralism. Our aim is to support and provide platform to the artists from all genres in the field of Indian music and nurture the culture of music through quality guidance and training in aspiring students, followers and lovers of Indian music.
Developing interest and understanding amongst masses through music:
Music is one of the most blissful and divine medium to connect souls with the nature and carries a strong healing and spiritual energy that helps in transformation of any soul. It also has played a vital role in strengthening the bonds between various cultures, civilisations and societies. Our trust aims to cater for all cultures through regular events including workshops, seminars, conferences and live performances by various eminent artists as well as, budding musicians from across the country and international artists.
Creating a platform to bring accomplished artists together with budding talent:
Our trust’s major goal is to create an inclusive platform that encourages artists from all backgrounds and levels to get an opportunity, showcasing their talent under the limelight of established stalwarts, uplifting the rich cultural diversity through Indian Music.
Committed to the welfare, establishment and accomplishment of the trust, is our team that consists of:
Mr. Harvansh Chawla
Founder & Managing Partner - K R Chawla & Co, Law Firm Government Nominee on Indian Company Secretary Institute.
Chairman - International Punjabi Forum (IPF),
Chairman - BRICS Chamber of Commerce and Industry.
Pt. Rajendra Prasanna
National Sangeet Natak Akademi Awardee & Grammy Award Certified. Globally acclaimed and accomplished, legendary flute and Shehnai exponent and doyen of the Prasanna Family of Indian flute, Benares Gharana.
Dr. Jagriti Luthra Prasanna
Founder & Lead Vocalist of Roohani Sisters, Doctorate (Ph.D.) in Sufi Music from the University of Delhi. An ICCR-empanelled, A-Grade AIR artist, author, composer, and Sufi musicologist devoted to spreading the essence of Sufi tradition.
Ms. Monika Kapoor
Certified ACCESS CONSCIOUSNESS”THE BARS” practitioner, AKASHIC RECORDS READER and yoga Instructor.
Spiritual Healer for Holistic Approach and techniques that offers a nurturing and relaxing experiences and devoted to the cultural promotions and community engagement.
Ms. Rinku Bhattacharya Das
Indian Classical Dancer, Choreographer, Scholar and Educator at Cross Cultural Dance Resources, Arizona State University, Director of NDA Dance at Dallas, Texas, USA.
Mr. Rajesh Prasanna
Exceptionally gifted and renowned Flautist, National Sangeet Natak Akademi - Ustad Bismillah Khan Yuva Awardee, Founder of Shwaas Fusion Band and Rajesh Prasanna Collective & artist of global fame and torchbearer of Prasanna family of Indian flute.
Mr. Rishab Prasanna
National Sangeet Natak Akademi - Ustad Bismillah Khan Yuva Awardee, established successor of the famous Prasanna family of Flute, Benares Gharana.
Mr. Hemanandh V
Hemanandh V, filmmaker, music composer, and Founder of Moon Digital, brings 15 years of technical experience across Indian cinema, corporate campaigns, and innovations blending storytelling, artistry, and impact with visionary direction.