Music and meditation are two aspects which when put together create an enriching effect that elevates our consciousness.

Keeping this in mind, Satori Meditations, who offer yoga services, various transformative courses and meditative therapies, hosted 'Classical Night,' a musical event showcasing noted and aspiring classical artists.

"At Satori, we want everyone to practise meditation through living life to the fullest. So, to celebrate life, we need inner transformation, we celebrate changes in nature, gifts of life, gifts of the earth and music is an extension of that," said Sameera Afrin, head of communications at Satori Meditations.  

Satori Meditations, the venue for the event, is all about giving you the space to meditate in close proximity to nature as the building has ample open spaces inside it, particularly a garden right beside where all the performances took place, giving audiences the chance to roam around in greenery while enjoying the show. The premise also hosts a vegan café named Zorba Kafe, Treenayana — a conscious lifestyle brand, and Satori Academy of Arts.

"Anyone can come and join our events without needing to meditate alongside it, but we want to give a space to everyone, to get acquainted with meditating, to meet meditators and non-meditators, to celebrate life through music like this event," remarked Sameera Afrin.

Starting after 7PM and going on till late at night, the event featured talented musicians like Manzur Al Matin who played esraj, Murtaza Kabir Murad with his enchanting flute, and Sanjibon Sanyal, a spellbinding classical vocalist, among others. Aspiring vocal trainers of Satori Troupe and vocalist Aditi Roy showcased how hopeful artists can enthral an audience who appreciate good music.

"At Satori, we want people to be conscious, by giving them space to experience meditation through what they love, so that whatever they are doing, they are doing it creatively and consciously," said Sameera Afrin when asked about Satori's motto.

'Classical Night' was held on 11 March, 2022 on the premises of Satori Meditations.

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Satori Meditations is located at House #100, Road 25, Block A, Banani, Dhaka.

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