It was a turning point for most of them when they first appeared on The Stage, India's only singing competition platform in English that had three successful seasons before it had to be shelved this year. But it wasn't just a learning experience or launchpad for their careers; it also gave many lifelong friendships, including the bond that participants shared with their vocal coach, Mumbai-based Jennifer D'Souza. "I love teaching and this was a unique platform. We all wanted to meet up right after the first season, but somehow it didn't work out. Finally, we managed to arrange a meet-up. I reached out to whoever was able to come. This talented bunch was quite excited about working together again," shares D'Souza.

Now 15 participants from the show will be singing a Christmas special set, with renditions of five traditional carols, which will be quite harmonic while displaying a mix of styles via solos and duets, making it a musical medley of textures. This kind of reunion isn't just nostalgic but also provides another opportunity for musicians to learn from each other all over again.