26 November 2025

भारतीय सुगम संगीताचे दुसरे सुवर्णयुग - एक प्रचार (Article in Marathi)

 भारतीय सुगम संगीताचे दुसरे सुवर्णयुग - एक प्रचार 


भारतीय लाईट म्युझिक, ज्याला सुगम संगीत असेही म्हणतात – मुख्यतः चित्रपट संगीताचा  – सर्वोत्कृष्ट काळ कोणता, असे विचारल्यावर लगेच १९५० ते १९७५ या सुमारे पंचवीस वर्षांचा कालावधी डोळ्यांसमोर उभा राहतो. हाच काळ “सुवर्णकाळ” म्हणून नेहमी ओळखला जातो. यात किंचितही शंका नाही — तो काळ सर्जनशीलता, सुरेलपणा आणि भारतीयतेच्या दृष्टीने सदैव सर्वोत्तम राहिला आहे आणि राहील.परंतु… या विधानानंतर लगेच जी सर्वसामान्य प्रतिक्रिया दिसते ती अशी — की “त्या काळा” नंतरचे संगीत हे ऐकण्यालाही किंवा त्याबद्दल बोलायला, गायलाही योग्य नव्हते. दुर्दैवाची बाब म्हणजे बहुतौश प्रेक्षकांचा, कार्यक्रम आयोजकांचा आणि कलाकारांचा या दाव्यावर विश्वास ठेवण्यासाठी जणू काही ब्रेनवॉश केला गेला आहे किंवा अगदीच जबरदस्तीने पटवून दिले गेले आहे.


भारतात सुगम संगीताच्या प्रवाहात केवळ एकच नव्हे, तर दुसराही सुवर्णकाळ झाला आहे. एप्रिल १९८८ मध्ये प्रदर्शित झालेल्या कयामत से कयामत तक या चित्रपटापासून ते जून २००० मध्ये प्रदर्शित झालेल्या रिफ्युजी या चित्रपटापर्यंतचा सुमारे १२ वर्षांचा हा काळ हा असाच एक सुवर्णकाळ होता. या काळात सुरेलपणाने अक्षरशः राज्य केले, सर्जनशीलतेचा शिखर बिंदू गाठला — केवळ चित्रपट संगीतच नव्हे, तर ग़ज़ल, भक्तिसंगीत, इंडीपॉप तसेच दूरदर्शन मालिकांच्या शीर्षकगीतांसारख्या असंख्य बिगर-चित्रपट संगीतप्रकारांनीही हा काळ सज्ज आहे.  


हा काळ स्वतंत्र भारताच्या इतिहासातील एका अत्यंत निर्णायक टप्प्याशी जुळून आला — ज्याने भारताला जागतिक जीवनपद्धतीकडे नेणारा मार्ग दिला… आणि भारताच्या संस्कृतीक, आहार, जीवनशैली, संवादपद्धती, भाषा, समाजशास्त्र, विचारसरणी, देशभक्ती आणि सर्वात महत्त्वाचे म्हणजे आपल्या जीवनाकडे पाहण्याच्या दृष्टिकोनातील प्रत्येक घटक बदलून टाकला. या १२ वर्षांच्या दुसऱ्या सुवर्णकाळाने मात्र भारतीयतेचा शेवटचा दुर्ग म्हणून आपले स्थान कायम ठेवले.


ही संस्कृती आणि परंपरा आहे आजच्या जनरेशन Y ची आहे — म्हणजे १९७० ते १९९० दरम्यान जन्मलेली मुले — जे आज देश आणि जग चालवत आहेत — आपल्या आयुष्याच्या ४० आणि ५०शीच्या दशकात सर्वोच्च टप्प्यावर उभी असलेली ही पिढी आहे.  दुर्दैवाने हा वारसा आज सहजपणे विसरला जात आहे, नाकारण्यात येत आहे आणि आठवणीतून पुसला जात आहे. सभोवती बघा, ९०च्या दशकातील संगीताला — त्या काळातील कोणत्याही संगीतप्रकाराला — पूर्णपणे समर्पित असे किती कार्यक्रम किंवा मैफिली आपल्याला दिसतात? फारच  कमी.


परंतु त्या काळातील एक प्रतिनिधी म्हणून — हिंदुस्तानी (हिंदी + उर्दू) मधील सुकून भरे नगमे गाणारा एक गायक आणि पियानोवादक — पुण्यातील डॉ. सलिल  लाटे यांनी जनरेशन Y ची ही कहाणी जपणे, प्रसार करणे आणि सादर करणे हे आपल्या सांगीतिक आयुष्याचे ध्येय मानले आहे. ते सुकून भरे नगमे – द मेलोडियस 90ज्  - या नावाचा एक विशेष कार्यक्रम सादर करतात, जो सर्व पिढ्यांच्या प्रेक्षकांसाठी त्या काळाची सुंदर आठवण पुन्हा उजळवतो. जनरेशन X — जे 1990च्या दशकात त्यांच्या उत्कर्षावर होते, जनरेशन Y — जे आपले बालपण आणि तारुण्य पुन्हा जगतात आणि जनरेशन Z — ज्यांना त्यांच्या पालकांच्या समृद्ध सांस्कृतिक वारशाची ओळख करून दिली जाते.


व्होकल सोनाटा नावाच्या त्यांच्या आगळ्या-वेगळ्या सादरीकरण शैलीत — म्हणजे फक्त गायक आणि सिंथेसायझरवर त्यांचा पियानो — डॉ. सलिल  लाटे हे खऱ्या अर्थाने “सोलो” किंवा एकल असे सादरीकरण करतात. हे सादरीकरण शक्य त्या सर्व ठिकाणी — एखाद्याच्या घरातील लिव्हिंग रूमपासून ते खुल्या मैदानांपर्यंत आणि मधील सर्व आकारांच्या व प्रेक्षकसंख्येच्या ठिकाणी — ते भारतभर सादर करतात.


या दुसऱ्या सुवर्णकाळातील संगीताचे कार्यक्रमांचे आयोजन करणे, ऐकणे, आनंद घेणे आणि त्याला जपणे ही आजची गरज आहे. अन्यथा, जर याकडे तातडीने लक्ष दिले गेले नाही, तर हे संगीत लवकरच विस्मृतीत जाऊ शकते.


- डॉ. सलिल  लाटे ‪+91 98500 81084‬







17 November 2025

Reviving the Second Golden Era of Indian Light Music - Dr. Salil Latay

Reviving the Second Golden Era of Indian Light Music. 





When one speaks about the best era of Indian Light Music also called Sugam Sangeet – mostly Film Music – One immediately comes up with the time span of around 1950 to 1975. It is always labeled as “The Golden Period.” Not an iota of doubt there – that was and will always be the best era of creativity, melody and Indianness in Light Music. But…what immediately follows to that statement, as the general talk or approach all around is – after “that era” – music was not fit - even to be listened to or talked and sung about. The sad reality is that majority of the audience, organisers and artists have been brainwashed or rather bulldozed into believing this claim.

 

India has had not one, but a second golden period of melody and Indianness in its Sugam or Light Music genre. The era of around 12 years started with a film named Qayamat Se Qayamat Tak released in April 1988 until a film named Refugee released in June 2000. An era where melody reigned supreme, creativity was at its peak – not only in Film Music, but also in a vast array of Non Film Albums related to Ghazals, Bhaktisangeet, Indipop and also Television Serial Title Songs. This era coincided with the most important turning point in the history of Free India – setting the road and tune for the global version of living….changing each and every aspect of India’s culture, food, lifestyle, communication, language, sociology, ideology, patriotism and most important – our attitude towards our life. The Second Golden Period of these 12 years was the last bastion of Indianness.

 

This is the culture and heritage of the present Generation Y – kids born between 1970 and 1990 – all running the nation and world of today – they are at the peak of their lives in their 50s and 40s. This is the heritage that unfortunately seems to be conveniently forgotten and pushed into denial and being erased from memory. Look all around, how many concerts does one see dedicated to the music of the 90s? Be it in any genre of that era. Very rare.

 

But as a kid of that era – a Singer of Sukoon Bhare Nagme in Hindustani (Hindi + Urdu) and Pianist – Dr. Salil Latay from Pune has taken it as his life’s mission to preserve, propagate and present this story of Generation Y. He presents a dedicated concert titled - Sukoon Bhare Nagme – The Melodious 90s, creating and cherishing a nostalgia for all generations of audience. The Gen X – who were in their prime during the 1990s, Gen Y – reliving their childhood and youth and Gen Z – introducing them to the rich heritage of the era of their parents. With a unique presentation format called Vocal Sonata – Just the Singer and his Piano on the Synthesizer, Dr. Salil Latay presents – The Real Solo or One Artist on Stage presentation in all possible venues – right from the Living Room of ones cozy home to Open to Sky Grounds and every possible venue in between in size and audience number. The need of the hour is to organize, listen, enjoy and cherish the music of that era, if not acted upon urgently, could just fade into oblivion.


To get an glimpse into how all this sounds and is seen – Please scan and open this Playlist link and click Play All, on this QR code and connect with Dr. Salil Latay on +91 98500 81084.





- Dr. Salil Latay
Pune, India
17 November 2025, Monday

11 August 2025

10 Aug 2025 - Concert - Pune

 Dr. Salil Latay – In Concert – As a Singer and Musician


After a long gap – a concert presented on the Online Platform – YouTube.

 

A tribute to the Legendary Lyricist – Gulzar, celebrating his 91st birthday with a special concert by KCA Phoenix Studio, Pune by the team of Together – Gulzar@91. A joint presentation by Pt. Hrishikesh Mahale, Swarashri and Dr. Salil Latay.

 

Glimpses of this online presentation.






















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- Dr. Salil Latay
Pune, India
11 August 2025, Monday














27 June 2025

25 June 2025 - Concert - Pune

Dr. Salil Latay - In Concert - Sukoon Bhare Nagme


The posh Amanora Club in Pune, a vibrant group of high achievers in life named Guldasta as audience and a Mehfil of Sukoon Bhare Nagme by Dr. Salil Latay.


A memorable and greatly appreciated presentation on 25 June 2025.


Thank You all at Guldasta, Thank You Mrs. Vasundhara Bakshi for this wonderful opportunity.







A magnificent venue - The Amanora Club, Pune












One of the best audience in recent times - Guldasta




With Mrs. Vasundhara Bakshi. Thank You Ma'am for this wonderful opportunity.





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- Dr. Salil Latay
Pune, India
27 May 2025, Friday

26 May 2025

24 May 2025 - Concert - Pune

Dr. Salil Latay - In Concert - Sukoonbhare Nagme - The Melodious 90s


Another new chapter. Songs of the Second Golden Era of Hindustani Light Music 1988 – 2000 related to Hindi Films / Non Film Albums / TV Songs form my new concert concept – Sukoon Bhare Nagme – The Melodious 90s.


A House Full audience at a Club House of a colony in Aundh – Pune. All songs of nostalgia, memories and reflection for 3G & 4G Indians – Indian of the Third and Fourth Generation – born post independence between 1970 – 1985.


A heritage that needs mention, preservation and presentation.


Thanks to each of the wonderful audience. The journey continues...


































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Photo Report Video - 24 May 2025 Pune


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- Dr. Salil Latay
Pune, India
26 May 2025, Monday

19 May 2025

17 May 2025 - Concert - Pune

Dr. Salil Latay - In Concert - As a Musician and a Singer


Another chapter with my Mission of Melody with Vocal Sonata.

 

Sing with Vocal Sonata – A concept specifically created and launched for singers other than me to experience and enjoy Singing Live with only one musical instrument - The Piano on the Synthesizer and spread Sukoon with the depth and beauty of meaningful lyrics.  This is intended as a group activity thus being totally apart from the work of some individual singers who are singing with this - one of a kind in the world format and presenting concerts professionally.

 

7 passionate singers of Rotary Club of Aundh – Pune become the first group of singers to work with this concept.  With meetings, rehearsals and final presentation – they set up a wonderful concert – Yeh Sham Mastani – with Dr. Salil Latay as a Pianist and also a singer in the ensemble.

 

A new pathway for me and my Mission of Melody in my memorable journey with Rotary in India.


Thank You Rotary Club of Aundh – Pune. Thank You Rt. Rajendra Shelar (President 2024 -25) and especially it's Director (Administration) Rt. Satish Ustoorikar – who managed the whole project and event apart from being a singer and compere of the concert. Thank You Singers – Satish Ustoorikar, Sunita & Mukund Surkutwar, Seema Tejwani, Ravi Ulangwar, Asha Shelar & Prerana Moralwar and to each of the wonderful audience at Rotary Club of Aundh – Pune.


Glimpses of the presentation.









Sing with Vocal Sonata - Team Rotary Club of Aundh - Pune - Yeh Sham Mastani. 17 May 2025.
(Back L to R) Mukund Surkutwar, Dr. Salil Latay, Ravi Ulangwar & Satish Ustoorikar
(Front L to R) Seema Tejwani, Sunita Surkutwar, Asha Shelar & Prerana Moralwar




Rt. Satish Ustoorikar




Rt. Sunita Surkutwar




Rt. Ravi Ulangwar





Rt. Seema Tejwani





Rt. Mukund Surkutwar





Rt. Asha Shelar





Rt. Prerana Moralwar




 & Dr. Salil Latay







The singers and audience of Rotary Club of Aundh - Pune




With the two gentlemen who gave me the launching opportunity for my Sing with Vocal Sonata concept.
Thank You so much. Thank You Rotary Club of Aundh - Pune.
(L to R) Rt. Rajendra Shelar - President RCA 2024 -25, Dr. Salil Latay & Rt. Satish Ustoorikar (Director - Administration RCA)




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- Dr. Salil Latay
Pune, India
19 May 2025, Monday

14 April 2025

11 April 2025 - Concert - Pune

Dr. Salil Latay - In Concert - A 2 in 1 Concert of Sukoon Bhare Nagme in Hindi & Easy Listening Melodies in English. Thoda Hindi + Thoda English = Sukoon Bhara Hinglish!


A 2 in 1 Concert in Hinglish (Hindi + English) Sukoon Bhare Nagme as part of the HR Summit by Inclusive Divyangjan Entrepreneur Association (IDEA), New Delhi at the prestigious Institute of Management Development & Research – IMDR in Pune. The event management and cultural presentation was presented by the top leader in the field of event creation, curation and management – eKalakaar from Mumbai. 

 

It was an absolute honour to work with eKalakaar and hats off to the wonderful drive by IDEA. Thank You Dr. Sanjaya Pradhan – Founder & CEO of eKalakaar and Mr. Amit Dutta – Co Founder & Chief Strategy Officer of eKalakaar for this wonderful opportunity.

 

Glimpses of the presentation.























With Team IDEA. On my left is Mr. Mallikarjuna Iytha (Founder & CEO of IDEA). Hats off to your great work Sir.




With the man who got me to this wonderful opportunity - Dr. Sanjaya Pradhan (Founder & CEO of eKalakaar, Mumbai). Thank so much and looking forward to be a part of your great vision of presenting value based entertainment in the future too.






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HINDI
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- Dr. Salil Latay
Pune, India
14 April 2025, Monday

31 March 2025

30 March 2025 - Concert - Waravade

 Dr. Salil Latay – In Concert – As a Singer and Musician


A music concert celebrating the Marathi New Year - Gudhi Paadava at a small hamlet of Waravade near the picturesque Ganapatipule in Ratnagiri District of Coastal Maharashtra.


Another presentation by Scholar, Orator & Singer - Mr. Avinash Vichare about the Interpretation of Raags of Hindustani Classical Music and it's application. While the talk was in Marathi, the songs based on this theme were presented in Marathi and Hindi.


Thank You Mr. Avinash Vichare for this fourth wonderful opportunity.



Glimpses of the event.






















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- Dr. Salil Latay
Pune, India
31 March 2025, Monday