Scintillating performances at BIAF

Contemporary dance and Sufi music was an integral part of the Bengaluru International Art Festival held recently. A slide show.

The Bengaluru International Art Festival, a seven-day festival with art, music and cultural performances was held  between 7th and 19th September. Last Friday on 18th September,  Chowdiah Memorial Hall at Vylikaval was witness to dance and music performances.

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