लाइव म्यूज़िक है?

You use this exactly like a tag question. Walk up to a host or a waiter. Point toward the stage or just gesture around. Say Live music hai? with a rising intonation at the end. It is short, sweet, and gets the job done. You can also use it over the phone when making a reservation.

Use this when scouting for a place to hang out. It is perfect for Friday nights with friends. Use it at cafes, bars, or even wedding venues. If you hear a guitar tuning in the distance, this is your go-to phrase to confirm the fun is about to start. It works great in text messages too when asking a friend about a party.

Avoid using this in very solemn or quiet places. Don't ask this at a library or a serious business meeting unless you want some very confused stares. Also, if you are at a high-end classical concert, this might sound a bit too casual. In those cases, use more formal words for 'performance' or 'program.'

India has a massive 'gig culture' now. In cities like Delhi, Mumbai, and Bangalore, live music is a huge draw. While traditional music is still loved, the 'live music' scene usually refers to acoustic sets, rock bands, or Sufi nights. Using the English words 'Live music' is actually more common than using the pure Hindi translation sajeev sangeet, which sounds like a textbook from the 1950s.

You can tweak this easily. Add Aaj (today) to ask Aaj live music hai?. If you want to be more polite, add Kya at the beginning: Kya yahan live music hai?. If you are looking for a specific vibe, you can swap 'music' for 'band' or 'singer'. Just keep that hai? at the end to keep the question alive.