Musicians hailing from 18 countries and 16 Indian states are set to gather in Bengaluru for the Brillante Piano Festival organized by Chokkapan S. The sense of community is particularly strong in Bengaluru, a city that values various forms of arts and cultures, according to Khyochano TCK, a Naga pianist who initiated the festival in the city. Describing it as a unifying event with a shared purpose and vision, Khyochano highlights Bengaluru's vibrant cultural landscape as the ideal backdrop for the festival, which first took place in Kohima, Nagaland in 2017.

The festival program encompasses a wide range of activities including performances, workshops, competitions, and masterclasses spanning different genres such as jazz, contemporary, and classical music. Notably, the festival also features a platform for Specially Abled Musicians (SAM) as part of its inclusive approach. Khyochano expresses the intention behind this initiative, emphasizing a shift towards celebrating, rather than highlighting, special needs individuals within the musical community.

Speaking to the core essence of the festival, Khyochano underlines the importance of global artists coming together to pursue a shared purpose and vision. To promote community engagement through music, the festival organizers recently organized a street piano event on Church Street, offering the crowd an enriching experience of creative expression facilitated by and for the community. The event served as a testament to the transformative power of music and art in fostering cultural connections across diverse communities.