THE DHANAN PROJECT

Neo Ghazal & Thumri Music from Mumbai, India

Artist Overview

The Dhanan Project is a contemporary ensemble from Mumbai, India, reimagining the soul of Ghazal and Thumri through a modern musical language. The project blends poetic depth with Blues, Jazz, and Groove elements, creating music that is emotionally rich, fluid, and deeply expressive.

Focused primarily on original compositions and traditional ghazals and thumri, The Dhanan Project treats tradition as a living form rather than a revival. Their work allows classical emotion to speak in a contemporary voice, shaped by sensitivity, musical depth, and restraint.

Musical Identity

Poetry lies at the heart of The Dhanan Project. The compositions unfold through expressive vocals, melodic nuance, and evolving harmonic textures. Blues and Jazz influences emerge naturally through phrasing, harmony, and improvisation, while groove-driven rhythms give the music a modern pulse.

The fusion remains organic and purposeful, always serving the emotional core of the lyric. Each arrangement is designed to breathe, allowing space, silence, and musical conversation to shape the sound.

Live Performance

The Dhanan Project is a performance-led ensemble known for immersive and emotionally engaging live shows. Dynamics, improvisation, and interaction between musicians play a central role on stage, ensuring that every performance evolves while staying true to the intent of the music.

The band performs at national and international shows and festivals, adapting seamlessly to intimate listening spaces, cultural venues, and large festival stages, while maintaining clarity, depth, and audience connection.

Band Lineup

Dhananjay Bhatt – Vocals
Samik – Guitars, Backing Vocals
Suyash Medh – Drums
Sabya Sachideb Fido – Bass
Shikhar Arora – Guitars
Jordan Rodriguez – Keys

Artistic Focus

• Original Ghazals and Thumri-inspired compositions
• Traditional Ghazals and Thumri
• Contemporary harmony and groove
• Improvisation rooted in Indian and Western traditions
• Live performance as the core artistic expression

Technical & Stage Requirements (Summary)

• Professional PA system suitable for live band
• Multiple monitor mixes.
• Standard drum kit, keyboard DI, guitar amplification or DI
• Detailed tech rider will be available on request

Contact & Booking

For bookings, festivals, collaborations, and press inquiries:

+917021231419 ( Whatsapp )
Email: info@thedhananproject.com
Instagram: @thedhananproject