India, Oct. 8 -- The second edition of the India Music Retreat held at Fairmont Jaipur from September 18 to 20 showcased a diverse range of music including Hindustani and Carnatic classical to ghazals and contemporary Bollywood.

The opening act, which began with a Ganesh Vandana, was a musical conversation between Anil Srinivasan on piano, U Rajesh on mandolin and Sumesh Narayanan on mridangam. One of the tracks they performed was the upbeat Inner Child, composed and recorded by Rajesh two decades ago, that had the audience clapping along. This was followed by Raga Kapi and then a moving, timeless piece, Lotus Feet. The set concluded with Mile Sur Mera Tumhara, which earned a standing ovation.

"It was a different kind of experience, bec...