The first Heritage Jazz Yatra was held at the palatial residence of Gerson Rebelo in Betalbatim in South Goa . When Armando contacted Gerson with the idea of having the first of Trancemedia’s Heritage shows at his place, Gerson was instantly excited. Such was his commitment that he set out to do up his home in a three-week effort that saw a complete refurbishment of the place much to the delight of his wife, kids and extended family. Gerson outdid himself and the event became a stunning affair in that it had everything – grandeur, class, camaraderie, high quality music and highly appreciative people.
The show featured world renowned Indian saxophone player, Padmashree Kadri Gopalnath who enthralled the audience as he toyed with the saxophone to create sounds that were absolutely incredible. He was accompanied by another genius, young Harikumar (www.hariviolin.com) of Kerala who was the recipient of the Violin Chakaravarthy at the hands of the then President of India, Mr. R.Venkataraman.
Both Kadri and Hari set the quiet village of Betalbatim ablaze with sounds that had the audience spellbound. Of special note was the way Hari toyed with his violin to come up with an exciting rendition of the raga Hare Rama, Hare Krishna, moving on to an emotional Vande Mataram and since no one would allow him to leave, an absolutely exhilarating display of emotion in the rendition of our National Anthem which got the stunned audience on its feet in a spontaneous expression of reverence for our motherland.
A section of the crowd noticed with musicians and mansion in the background
Rebelo Mansion owner, host Gerson Rebelo with Armando Gonsalves
Violin Chakravathi gold medallist S.Harikumar had the audience spell bound
MTV managing director Alex Kuruvilla with Armando Gonsalves of Trancemedia
The Rose family playing from the incredible stage
Padmashree Kadri Gopalnath and S. Harikumar in concert
People enjoying world class jazz from all corners of the mansion
Majestic interiors of Rebelo mansion Betalbatim
Padmashree Kadri Gopalnath
Noted Cartoonist – Mario Miranda making a point
Rebello Mansion
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