Sooryagayathri’s bhakti raga illuminates Paramparaa’s festive stage in Hyderabad

On Durga Ashtami, child prodigy Sooryagayatri performed a soul-stirring bhajan concert at MMCCC Hyderabad, organised by Paramparaa Foundation. Her devotional renditions to Ganesha, Vishnu, Rama, Krishna, and Durga left the audience deeply moved on a rainy, sacred evening

Hyderabad: On the sacred occasion of Durga Ashtami, the air at MMCCC Hyderabad on Thursday, rainy evening, shimmered with devotion, as the hall was packed with an eager audience.

Child prodigy and Carnatic bhajan exponent Sooryagayatri graced the stage with her celestial voice. Accompanied by a masterful ensemble of Tabla, Mridangam, and Violin, she led the audience on a transcendental journey through divine chants and timeless hymns.

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The evening unfolded with the auspicious Siddhi Vinayaka, Gana Nayakam, invoking Lord Ganesha’s blessings. Her recital of Om Namo Narayanaya and Sriman Narayana was followed by Garuda Gamana Tava, glorifying Lord Vishnu.

Sooryagayathri offered soul-soothing Pahimam Sri Raja Rajeshwari, and then a powerful rendition of Aigiri Nandini, invoking Goddess Durga’s fierce grace.

She welcomed Lord Krishna with Swagatham Krishna, followed by a chorus of Hari Narayana, Giridhari, Govinda, a moment of collective devotion that transcended performer and listener.

Her final offerings included Shri Ramachandra Kripalu Bhajman, Sringara Rama, and Rama Namavali, culminating in Gandhamu Puyyaruga, a tribute to Krishna’s divine presence. The concert was hosted by the Paramparaa Foundation, founded by Sashi Reddy and Dr Sri Nagi.