The Brillante Piano Festival, a renowned multi-genre piano festival originating from Kohima, Nagaland, is set to make its debut in Bengaluru with its fifth edition on September 28 and September 29, 2024.

The announcement was made during a press conference held at the KPC office in Kohima today, Friday, September 13, 2024.

Brillante Piano Festival will feature participants from 18 countries and 16 Indian states, promising a grand musical celebration.

Highlights include the Street Piano event on Bangalore’s Church Street, a platform for specially-abled musicians, and performances by renowned artists such as Lydian Nadhaswaram, Grammy winner Manoj George, and Radha Thomas, among others from Nagaland.

Additionally, workshops, masterclasses, and a vibrant marketplace featuring Nagaland StartUp will be part of the event.

Vikhietuonuo Rutsa, the PR head and guest relations, emphasised the excitement surrounding the diverse international and local participation. She highlighted the significance of hosting such a vibrant event in the heart of Bangalore.

Khyochano TCK, the Founder & Director of Brillante Piano Festival, expressed deep pride in the festival’s growth since its inception in Kohima in 2017.

She emphasised that Brillante Piano Festival is more than just a showcase of world-class performances; it is a platform for exploring musical innovations, learning from experts, and building community impact.

Brillante Piano Festival seeks to awaken possibilities and change lives through music, fostering connections that extend from individuals to families, communities, and the nation.

Khyochano highlighted the festival’s mission to break barriers, build bridges, and celebrate music as a gift, blessing, therapy, and source of enjoyment.

She expressed gratitude for the support from local partners, collaborators, musicians, and art lovers in Bangalore, and was excited about representing Nagaland’s culture and music on a larger platform.

The festival also emphasises entrepreneurship, with collaboration from the Department of Industries in Nagaland, allowing entrepreneurs to showcase their products alongside the music and cultural events.

This year’s festival will feature a variety of workshops, panel discussions, competitions, and performances, with participation from prodigies and notable figures in the music space. The line-up includes musicians from across India, a special appearance by Meghalaya’s Chief Minister Conrad S. Sangma, and a 60-member cultural troupe from Nagaland.

The Brillante Piano Festival, founded in 2017 in Kohima by Khyochano TCK, aims to break barriers and unite communities through music, with the support of notable partners such as Liszt Institute Hungarian Cultural Centre, Delhi, Yamaha, Coca-Cola, and TATA Trusts.

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