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Daijiworld Media Network - Mangaluru (SB)
Mangaluru, Feb 5: Fans of Konkani music had a memorable day on Sunday, February 4, as noted music producer, singer Lawrence D Souza, took to the stage to enthrall the large gathering at Infant Jesus Church Ground Modankap, with his musical extravaganza Sangeeth Sangam-3
Sangeeth Sangam was organised by Indian Catholic Youth Movement (ICYM), Bantwal deanery in association with LVL Tunes as a heartfelt initiative to make a positive impact in the lives of children affected by AIDS.
Known achiever of the Konkani community Sabitha Monis presided over the short stage programme in between the concert.
Lawrence D’Souza ,Fr Valerian D Souza vicar forane Bantwal Deanery, Fr Ashwin Cardoza, director ICYM Mangaluru Diocese, Fr Rahul Dexter D Souza, director ICYM Bantwal Denary, Sunil Veiges vice-president, pastoral council Modankap, Manohar D Costa secretary, pastoral council Modankap, Veena Goveas, convener, Lay Commissions, Modankap, Lavisha D’Souza, representative, ICYM Bantwal Denary were presented on stage as guest of honours.
Addressing the audiences, Lawrence D Souza said, "After my first musical album 'Ishtageeth' I thought of presenting a musical concert. But I had an intention that the presentation should be for a cause. So I presented my first musical nite at my native Palimar. After that with the support of Fr Rahul I presented my second concert at Kinnigoli and it was a huge hit. Now again Fr Rahul insisted me to present my third musical nite at Modankap and it also for a good cause. I thank Fr Rahul as well as the ICYM leadership of Bantwal for wonderful opportunity and arrangements."
Thanking Lawrance and team Fr Rahul said, "We invited Sabitha Monis with an intention of inspiration. Without hands she achieved many things and is now shining in society as a celebrity. But having both hands somewhere we could do much or achieve more. At the age of 30 we act like senior citizens. We don't want to face challenges and take risks. But Sabita tackled all challenges she faced in her life and settled in life with respect and honour. We should follow her and get inspired from her.”
In his speech, Fr Valerian D'Souza thanked Lawrence D Souza and his team for their willingness to present a musical concert at Bantwal.
On behalf of ICYM Bantwal denary the dignitaries on the stage felicitated Sabitha. Nihan Sequeira, president, ICYM Bantwal Deanary welcomed the dignitaries and gathered.
Known singers Iqbal Katipalla, Zeena Periera,Joshal D'Souza, Fareedh, Joel Attur, Nester D Souza, Deepak Pinto, Valentina and Samatha Mascarenhas were rendered their voices for hit numbers from Konkani, Tulu and other languages. The music was arranged by Band Silver Tones.
M C Rajesh compered the concert.