Purbayan Chatterjee and Amit Kavthekar
Sitar and tabla unite in a mesmerising, soulful Indian classical performance.
Experience an unforgettable evening of Indian classical music with sitar maestro Purbayan Chatterjee and tabla virtuoso Amit Kavthekar. Renowned for his soulful artistry and genre-defying innovation, Chatterjee brings decades of global acclaim to the stage, blending the depth of tradition with contemporary flair. He is joined by Kavthekar, a master percussionist trained under the legendary Ustad Allarakha and Ustad Zakir Hussain, whose dynamic and expressive tabla playing bridges classical precision with cross-genre versatility. Together, they create a spellbinding musical dialogue that honors the past while reaching toward new sonic horizons.
Chatterjee and Kavthekar will present Raga Roots and Rhythm - a musical collaboration that showcases the deep interplay between melody and rhythm in Indian classical music. The performance will explore the soul of a raga (melodic framework) through expressive sitar improvisations, while the tabla adds dynamic rhythmic structure and dialogue. Together, they create a rich, immersive journey blending tradition with creative spontaneity.
This event is free and open to the public.
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