KATHMANDU:- An evocative poetry evening titled “Kavya Saajh: Kalpa” centered on the epic Kalpa by renowned poet Dr Nabaraj Lamsal was held on Monday evening in Kathmandu.
Organized by A Cube Promotion, the event presented a rare artistic fusion as Dr Lamsal recited selected verses from his fourth epic, Kalpa, accompanied by live flute music from Prof Dr Niranjan Bhandari. As shared by the audience, the fusion of poetry and flute created an immersive atmosphere.
Kalpa is widely regarded as a creative work bringing together nature, culture and humanity, and is also recognized for its futuristic consciousness.
As the verses unfolded alongside the soothing resonance of the flute, the audience remained visibly absorbed, responding with quiet emotion and rhythmic engagement.
Interweaving selected poetic excerpts with personal reflections, Dr Lamsal captivated the hall, leaving the audience emotionally engaged throughout his recitation.
This marked the first time Dr Lamsal presented his epic poetry on stage with live flute accompaniment. Dr Lamsal’s poetic voice evoked nostalgia among many in the audience, reminding them of the days they listened to him on Radio Nepal and others.
The event drew a strong presence of leading figures from the fields of literature, education and culture, along with distinguished professionals from various walks of life. Dr Lamsal is regarded as a leading figure in the fields of Nepali literature and modern communications. So far, he has published 10 books, including four epics. (RSS)