Seven bands, seven hours: 'Concert for Solidarity' today at Manik Mia Avenue
A 'Concert for Solidarity' has been organised at Manik Mia Avenue in the capital to mark National Revolution and Solidarity Day. Seven bands will perform at the concert today.
The seven-hour event will feature performances by Nagarbaul James, Miles, Warfaze, Feedback, Artcell, Shironamhin and Mechanics.
The concert is organised by the Ministry of Cultural Affairs. The Bangladesh Musical Bands Association (BAMBA) is cooperating with the event.
In a video message, Warfaze said: 'We, Warfaze, are coming to you to celebrate a Bangladesh of unity, harmony and indomitable spirit. See you all there.'
The band's leader, Sheikh Monirul Alam, told Prothom Alo yesterday that the band would perform for about 45 to 50 minutes. Warfaze will perform popular songs such as 'Hariye Tomake', 'Bose Achhi' and 'Purnota'.
The concert gates will open at 3:30 pm. The main programme will begin at 4 pm.
Before the concert, a discussion meeting will be held at Manik Mia Avenue at 3 pm. Cultural Affairs Minister Nitai Roy Chowdhury is expected to attend as the chief guest.
State Minister for Cultural Affairs Ali Newaz Mahmud Khoyyam and Zahed Ur Rahman, adviser to the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting and the Ministry of Cultural Affairs, will attend as special guests. The discussion meeting will be chaired by Yasmin Begum, secretary of the Ministry of Cultural Affairs.
According to the organisers, the event is meant to spread the message of a Bangladesh of unity, harmony, solidarity and liberal spirit.
Along with celebrating National Revolution and Solidarity Day through music, the event will create a festive atmosphere for the audience. The concert is open to all.
