Rishikesh resonates with spiritual and folk music, deeply rooted in yoga and devotion. Traditional instruments like the flute, tabla, and harmonium accompany soulful chants and bhajans that echo through ashrams and riverside ghats. The town’s musical heritage blends ancient Vedic traditions with contemporary fusion styles, creating a unique soundscape. Evening Ganga Aarti ceremonies transform into immersive musical experiences, with priests chanting Vedic hymns while devotees sing along. Many musicians and yogis gather here to perform and teach, making Rishikesh a living center of India’s spiritual music traditions.