Kohima, Sept 13: The Brillante Piano Festival, celebrated for its distinctive multi-genre format, is expanding to Bengaluru with its first South Indian edition scheduled for September 28 and 29. The festival will be hosted across two prominent venues—the Prestige Centre for Performing Arts and the Forum Mall—and will span two full days of performances.
During a press briefing at Kohima Press Club today, Vikhietuonuo Rutsa, PR Head and Guest Relations for the festival, announced that the event will attract participants from various parts of the world as well as from across India. One of the key features of this year’s festival is a special program dedicated to specially-abled musicians (SAM), with performers from Nagaland and other Indian states taking part.
Festival Director Khyochano TCK shared that over 20 groups will be performing throughout the event. The festival will also feature exhibition booths, brand displays, and a “Naga Experience” zone, showcasing the rich culture of Nagaland. A contingent of 60 participants from Nagaland—including students from Hope Academy, the Ülikhrie Folk Group, and specially-abled musicians—will be present.
With participation from 18 countries and representatives from 16 Indian states, the festival promises to be a global affair. The expected footfall is projected to be around 20 lakh people. The festival will be open from 10 AM to 10 PM on both days, offering a unique blend of music, culture, and creativity.
