News Summary
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- ‘Paleti’, a musical event organized at Nepalaya’s ‘R’ Hall, takes place on the last Friday of every English month.
- This time, singer Durga Kharel from Darjeeling will perform melodies that have been close to his heart since childhood.
- The program is scheduled for March 27 and 28 at the ‘R’ Hall, with tickets available online and a pay-per-view live stream option.
Kathmandu: The renowned singer and composer from Darjeeling, Durga Kharel, is set to perform at the musical event ‘Paleti,’ held at Nepalaya’s ‘R’ Hall on the last Friday of every English month.
‘Paleti’ is a long-running musical program that has been held continuously for 21 years. Kharel is a well-established name in the Nepali music industry, especially known for the popular song ‘Bolau Bhane Timilai Baat Laagne Dar’ sung by him.
Durga Kharel and his elder brother Badri Kharel are known as the musical duo Badri-Durga. This time, Durga will present melodies that have stayed in his heart since childhood. Alongside him, ‘Paleti’s’ vocal artist Abhigna Ghimire will also sing old tunes during the performance.
Growing up close to composer Gopal Yonzon, Durga had the opportunity to appreciate works by many renowned creators including Ambar Gurung, Jitendra Bardewa, Shanti Thatal, and Karm Yonzon from a young age.
Durga also had the chance to collaborate with lyricist Nardeen Rumba. He shared that the ‘Paleti’ program will reflect the musical atmosphere of the past, featuring compositions from Ambar Gurung, Gopal Yonzon, Balu Baraily, M.B. Sundas, Nardeen Rumba, Phatikdhar Brahman, among others.
According to program coordinator Abhas, ‘One of Paleti’s aims is to promote old musical compositions that have not been recorded. Therefore, this time, through Durga Kharel’s performance, we aim to showcase the classic creations from Darjeeling.’
Having first appeared on the ‘Paleti’ stage in 2008, Durga Kharel said, ‘Previously, twice, we presented songs by various lyricists in our own style. This time, I am bringing songs from Darjeeling’s musicians that hold personal memories for me. This event is one of the most significant undertakings of my life, and I am confident that the audience and listeners will once again show their love.’ With a gentle smile, Durga’s gaze rests on the harmonium cover.
The ‘Paleti’ event will take place on the last Friday and Saturday of March, the 27th and 28th, at Nepalaya’s ‘R’ Hall in Kalikasthan. Tickets can be purchased online through the ‘Paleti’ website.
For music lovers unable to attend in person, a pay-per-view live streaming option is available online. Interested viewers can click the ‘Purchase Live Access’ button on Paleti’s website and use their wallet to gain entry.
