The South Asian Symphony Orchestra (SASO) will be performing a concert titled “Peace Notes” to “provide the audience with an opportunity to listen to some inspirational music that makes them understand how music can be an instrument of peace,” says Nirupama Rao, former Foreign Secretary.
Ms. Rao, one of the founders of the South Asian Symphony Foundation, speaking about its origins and goals, says: “The main purpose and mission of this trust is to use music as a bridge builder between nations, with a particular focus on South Asia. Over the last four years of the trust, we have focussed our efforts on making and establishing a South Asian Symphony Orchestra. We have held two orchestra concerts in 2019 in Mumbai and Bengaluru. Now that some of the threat from the pandemic has receded, we are performing in Chennai.”
She says a Chennai audience brings a lot to the table: “Chennai is a city with a tradition of great music appreciation. The people of this city are known for their knowledge and love of good music. The reputation of Chennai as a music-loving city has spread far and wide so we are particularly honoured to perform here.”
