Udupi: The Diocese of Udupi has added a musical touch to the upcoming Monti Fest celebrations with the presentation of a new Konkani song titled ‘Bhetovnnem Geet’, celebrating the beauty, blessings and traditions associated with the feast.
The song, which carries the spirit of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary celebration, has been presented as part of a diocesan music initiative involving talented musicians and singers from the region.
A musical offering for Monti Fest
The song, with its opening words ‘Sobhit Fulam, Prithvi Falam’, has been created as a musical offering for Monti Fest. The initiative seeks to bring together faith, Konkani language and music while encouraging the faithful to celebrate the feast through their own cultural traditions.
The song has been presented under the guidance and leadership of Dolfi Mascarenhas, a musician and singer associated with the Diocese of Udupi.
His involvement highlights the role of experienced local musicians in nurturing new talent and creating music that connects faith with the cultural heritage of the Konkani-speaking Catholic community.
Young talent takes centre stage
The main vocals for the song have been rendered by Delicia Mascarenhas, daughter of Dolfi Mascarenhas.
Her contribution adds a youthful dimension to the initiative, reflecting the importance of encouraging younger generations to participate in Konkani devotional and cultural music.
Marvel Criston D’Souza has provided the musical arrangement for the song, helping shape the composition and its overall presentation.
The collaboration brings together singers and musicians in an effort to create a meaningful musical contribution for Monti Fest.
Music that carries tradition forward
The initiative also makes the song accessible for wider participation. Notations, lyrics and the instrumental track have been made available, enabling singers and music groups to learn and perform the song during Monti Fest celebrations.
The effort is particularly significant for the preservation and promotion of Konkani music, as traditional celebrations continue to provide an important space for the language, customs and devotional expressions of the community.
With its combination of faith, music and local talent, the new Monti Fest song offers the faithful another way to celebrate the feast and pass the richness of Konkani musical traditions to the next generation. #MontiFest #UdupiDiocese #KonkaniMusic #KonkaniCulture #DeliciaMascarenhas #DolfiMascarenhas #Udupi