Vivaan - Handpan & World Music Festival

Vivaan - India’s Premier Handpan & World Music Festival

Discover the Transformative Power of Music & Wellness

Welcome to Vivaan, a festival where music becomes a journey of connection, healing, and inspiration. As India’s premier Handpan and World Music Festival, Vivaan channels the divine resonance of music, with the soulful handpan at its heart, to create a unique celebration of sound, culture, and art.

Held from February 14-16, 2025, at the serene Aralea Beach Resort, Morjim, Goa, Vivaan invites you to immerse yourself in an unforgettable experience that blends immersive performances, collaborative workshops, and rejuvenating wellness activities—all in the tranquil embrace of nature.

Why Attend Vivaan?

Experience Musical Bliss: Be mesmerized by the meditative tones of the handpan, intertwined with diverse Indian and global musical traditions.

Engage & Learn: Join hands-on workshops that explore the spiritual power of sound, rhythm, and creative expression.

Reconnect with Nature: Enjoy a retreat-like atmosphere, where music and wellness harmonize with the beauty of Goa’s beaches.

Celebrate Cultural Richness: A vibrant platform that honours global traditions while fostering creativity and connection.

Transform Your Soul: Explore the holistic and uplifting energy of music to inspire personal growth.

What’s in Store?

12 Reasons Why Vivaan 2025 is a Must-Attend Festival!

Vivaan 2025: A Celebration of Music, Art, and Connection

1. 40+ Global & Indian Artists 🌍

Witness a star-studded lineup from around the world!

2. 20+ Hours of Live Music 🎵

Immerse yourself in a non-stop musical journey!

3. 5+ Unique Music Genres 🎼

Explore a symphony of sounds, from meditative to world music.

4. 10+ Rare Musical Instruments 🎻

Discover instruments you might have never seen or heard before!

5. 3 Dynamic Stages 💥

Experience music like never before across stunning stage setups.

6. Rejuvenating Yoga Sessions 🧘‍♀

Unwind with morning yoga – pure serenity!

7. Integrative Sound Healing Sessions 🥗

Feel the power of sound vibrations to heal and harmonize.

8. Handpan Basics & Advanced Workshops 🎶

Learn to play the magical handpan from local global players.

9. Ancient Indian Artform Performances 🕉

Witness the beauty of heritage with mesmerizing performances.

10. Freedom Dance Experience 💃

Dance your heart out – let your spirit soar!

11. Immersive Flow Art Workshops 🎭

Channel creativity with juggling, and mesmerizing flow art.

12. Community Drum Circle 🪘

Feel the rhythm, connect, and create music together!

3 Day Artists Line Up & Schedule

Day - 1 - Feb 14 2025 - Twilight Session

06.00 pm - 06.15 pm - Opening Ceremony & Special Performance by Skand Malhotra

06.15 pm - 07.30 pm - Handpan Music

Gems of India 

Mani and Sarvo Project

Karthik Mani (Ghatam & World Percussion) 

Sarvo (Handpan) 

Arvysingz and Friends

Parvindar Singh (Handpan)

Soham (Baul Musician-Dotara, Voice, Guitar) 

Raghvendra (Mohan Veena)

Nilay Singh (Percussions, Beat boxing)

07.45 pm - 08.45 pm - World Music 

Bonny Abraham Ensemble

Bonny Abraham (Oud, Saj, Backing Tracks)

Ananthanarayanan A G (Keys, Vocal)

Meissam (Kamancha)

Rash (Clarinet)

Nitin M Menon (Percussion)

09.00 pm - 10.15 pm - Handpan Music 

Mar Loi - Spain (Handpan)

10:30 PM Onwards - Jamming Sessions

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Day - 2 - Feb 15 2025 - Early Morning Session

07.00 am - 08.00 am - Yoga Session led by Mukesh Kumar

08.00 am - 09.00 am - Sound Healing Session led by Dhrishyanaad (ishai)

Learn-Unlearn-Relearn Workshop Series

10.00 am - 11.00 am Handpan Basics Workshop led by Atul Wankhede

11.30 am to 02.00 pm - Morning/Day Session

Mumbai Pantry

Ishaan Zaveri (Handpan, Key)

Jai Gosar (Handpan)

Atul Wankhede (Handpan)

Shabrish Garg (Handpan, Percussion)

Ashish Bisht (Handpan)

Buskers Tribe

Soham (Baul Musician-Dotara, Voice, Guitar)

Parvindar Singh (Handpan)

Raghvendra (Mohan Veena)

Nilay Singh (Percussions, Beat Boxing)

Pushkar-Chennai Express / North Meets South

Nathulal Solanki (Nagada) & Vidwan Ganesh Kumar (Kanjira)

Shivam & The Gypsies – Gypsy Balkan Music

Shivam (Vocal)

Meissam (Kamanche)

Kartikeya (Guitar)

Leor (Drums)

Bijit (Bass) 

Rash (Clarinet)

03.00 pm - 05.00 pm - Learn-Unlearn-Relearn Workshop Series

Handpan Advanced Workshop led by Mar Loi

Aqua Wellness Therapy led by Dr. Shruthi Keerthi

5:00 pm - 5:45 pm 

MAMA Goa Drum Circle led by Aditya Prabhu

06.00 pm - 10.30 pm - Twilight Session

06.00 pm - 07.30 pm Handpan Music  

Gems of India

Ananthan (Handpan)

Rishiraj Kulkarni (Handpan & RAV Vast)

07.30 pm - 07.45 pm - Performance by Ankita Alemona (Kalaripayattu sequence with Sword and Shield)

& Arjun Nair (Handpan)

07.45 pm - 08.45 pm - Contemporary Classical Fusion

Taraana by Ragini and Nandini Shankar (Violin Duo) 

Tejas (Key)

Tanay Rege (Tabla)

Kahaan Shah (Percussions)

09.00 pm - 10.30 pm Handpan Music

Rio Matsumoto - Japan (Handpan & Beat Boxing)

12.00 am - 1.30 am Midnight Session

Session 1

Inspiritana - Cale & The Persian Santoor

Aneesh Kashalikar - (Duduk, Base Duduk, Aulos)

Rishiraj Kulkarni (Handpan, RAV Vast)

Session 2

Shivam Bhardwaj (Ambient Vocal, Setar, Bazuk)

Meissam (Kamanche)

Shrikant Rao (Percussion, Bansoori)

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Day - 3 - Feb 16 2025 - Early Morning Session

07.00 am - 08.00 am - Chitwan by the Sea - a musical voyage experience by Parvindar Singh (Handpan and RAV Vast)

07.00 am - 08.00 am - Yoga Session led by Mukesh Kumar

08.00 am - 09.00 am - To be Announced

Learn-Unlearn-Relearn Workshop Series

10.00 am - 11.00 am - Flow Art - Devil Sticks Workshop led by Anicca Project

11.30 am to 02.00 pm - Morning/Day Session

Handpan Music

Pranav Badia (Handpan)

UFO Boii – Vikramaditya (Handpan)

Martin Dubois (Handpan, African Kora, Hulusi Flute)

Eclectic Fusion Duo 

Alok (Guitars, Voice)

Sukhbir (Handpan, Voice)

The Heartbeats Collective

Hemant Chakraborty (Drum, Cajon, Morchang, Voice)

Valeriy Frolov (Handpan, Guitar)

Yash Nirvan (Sarod)

Augustin Sol (Didjeridoo)

Shrikant Rao (Bansuri, Bass)

03.00 pm - 05.00 pm - Learn-Unlearn-Relearn Workshop Series

The Dance of Elements Workshop led by Prrina Star

The Joy of Kalaripayattu Workshop led by Ankita Alemona – An Ancient Martial Art discipline from Kerala

5:00 pm - 5:45 pm - To Be Announced

Twilight Session - 06.00 pm - 10.30 pm 

06.00 pm - 07.30 pm - Handpan Music

Gems of India

Anicca Project (Handpan, Konnakol)

Organic Muse

Vaibhav Thacker (Handpan)

Hvetter - Israel (Guitar)

07.45 pm - 08.45 pm 

Daniele Rebaudo - Italy (Handpan)

09.00 pm - 10.30 pm

Rhythm Trance - Greg Ellis (World Percussions)  

Jugalbandhi

Nathulal Solanki (Nagada) & Vidwan Ganesh Kumar (Kanjira) & Greg Ellis (Percussions)

Grand Finale

Greg Ellis (Percussions) / Nathulal Solanki (Nagada)/ Vidwan Ganesh Kumar (Kanjira)/ Nandini-Ragini (Violin)/

Rio Matsumoto (Beat Boxing and Handpan)/ Daniele Rebaudo (Handpan)/ Mar Loi (Handpan)

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Monday - Feb 16 2025 - Early Morning Session

5.00 am - Early Morning - Brahma Muhurat - Vairaagi (Handpan)

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Vivaan isn’t just a festival—it’s a soul-enriching journey that invites you to explore new horizons of sound, rhythm, and artistic expression.

Whether you’re a music lover, wellness seeker, or cultural enthusiast, Vivaan promises to connect, uplift, and inspire.

Book Your Tickets Now and be part of a holistic celebration of music, art, and culture like no other!

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