For the first time, four generations of Langa musicians from Barmer will share the stage.

Another highlight of the festival will be collaborative concerts by vocalist Rekha Bharadwaj, wife of Bollywood director Vishal Bharadwaj and the traditional Maand musicians of Rajasthan. Bharadwaj is known for her numbers like Namak Ishq Ka from 'Omkara' and Genda Phool from 'Dilli 6', Bhatia said.

Ace drummer Sivamani will explore fusions sounds in percussion instruments with the Nagada, Khartal and Morchang (traditional Rajasthani percussion instruments) players in joint concerts.

Beat Boxer (beat rhythm musician) Jason Singh and his crossover band Dharohar will perform at a special club night at the fort, Bhatia said.

'The festival will also see the launch of the country's first online data base of Rajasthani folk musicians to help promote them and save the dying musical forms of the state,' Bhatia said.

The western section will feature a dance performance by Denise Belfon from Trinidad titled 'Chutney Soca' - a fusion of Calypso, Soca (traditional island dance and music), Bhojpuri folk and percussion beats from Rajasthan, Bhatia said. 'Moreover, we are bringing one of the top flamenco guitarists from Spain, Antonio Ray and a male flamenco dancer. Next year, the theme of the festival will be the homecoming of the gypsies -- with more gypsy music. We are also collaborating with the largest institute of gypsy music in Barcelona in Spain, Instituto (institute) Gitane,' Bhatia added.

The festival is a partnership between two of India's heritage trusts, the Mehrangarh Museum Trust and Jaipur Virasat Foundation.