| Kimmi & Harsimran | Sangeet | Tuesday |
| Jalandhar, Punjab, India | April 1, 2008 |
The next day we got to rest during the day, which was much needed after the very long first day. And then it was time for the ladies’ Sangeet. Here everyone was really dressed in his or her finest and ready for a fun evening. Originally the Sangeet was only for the ladies, but these days both men and women attend, although the groom generally doesn’t come.
They started off the evening with a great round of dandia, a dance where they hit sticks together. I know that sounds strange, but it really looks like great fun.
This time the colour scheme was bright pink.
Kimmi’s younger brother was a fantastic dancer.
And everyone enjoyed bopping to some bhangra
Then they enjoyed the Jaggo dance. Here the ladies take turns holding a pot with lit candles on top of it, as they dance and twirl.
There is always great music and rhythm for these events. On the right side of this shot you can see a guy playing a dhol, and on the left side of the shot you can see a woman who is banging a stick against a big wooden tray. Tons of noise and fun.
Rob loves this shot. These guys asked for a posed shot, but we got this instead and find it so much more energetic. It’s like they are bursting out of the photo.
And to end off the night Kimmi’s brother (the one in the red) hopped up on stage and treated us all to a song. 
And that’s the Sangeet! A time for everyone to have fun together, eat some great food, and dance and laugh before the wedding starts and everyone is stressed about getting things done on time.
Next up: the Mendhi, Maya, and Chura ceremonies
Category: Weddings
Tags: dancing, india, indian wedding photography, jaggo, jalandhar, photography, punjab, sangeet, sikhism, travel, weddings
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Amrit: Beautiful work guys!!! Amazing, simply amazing.. ( 2008-10-17 01:15:52 )
Shivani Sherman: Wow!! these pictures are absolutely beautiful!!! What a beautiful wedding in my beautiful hometown Jalandhar :-) ( 2008-04-30 12:58:46 )
Saajidah: WOW! The pics are amazing! I LOVE the pink theme! Wish there was someway we could bring all those wonderful decorators over here to Edmonton! Hope you two are doing well! :) ( 2008-04-03 05:19:51 )
Sarb: Wow - look forward to seeing the next set of pics. Love the b&w shot :o) ( 2008-04-02 05:53:28 )
marisa: It looks like it was a great time. ( 2008-04-01 20:30:00 )
Lise: Wonderful photos, it is hard to believe your trip is almost over,it sure has been fun from my end of it,can't wait to go to Edmonton this summer,to hear you talk about it,and see more photos. Love to you both,and safe trip home. ( 2008-04-01 15:18:56 )
Lise: Wonderful photos, it is hard to believe your trip is almost over,it sure has been fun from my end of it,can't wait to go to Edmonton this summer,to hear you talk about it,and see more photos. Love to you both,and safe trip home. ( 2008-04-01 15:18:54 )
mom: Beautiful shots.I love the enthusiam and happiiness these people have. they're so full of energy.The colors are so vivid.See you both in 4 days!!!! ( 2008-04-01 08:03:27 )
mom: Beautiful shots.I love the enthusiam and happiiness these people have. they're so full of energy.The colors are so vivid.See you both in 4 days!!!! ( 2008-04-01 08:03:23 )