Pandit Ajoy Chakraborty is one of India’s foremost Hindustani classical vocalists and an acclaimed exponent of the Patiala-Kasur gharana. Born in Kolkata on December 25, 1952, he was first trained by his...
The Gundecha Brothers, Umakant and Ramakant, were among the foremost vocalists of the Dhrupad tradition in Indian classical music, representing the Dagar vani style. Trained under the legendary Ustad Zia Fariduddin Dagar...
Arati Ankalikar Tikekar, born on January 27, 1963 in Karnataka, is one of the most respected vocalists in the realm of Hindustani classical music. Her musical journey began under the tutelage of...
Darbar Culture Festival A transcendent twilight concert featuring: The hauntingly soulful voice of Ranjana Ghatak accompanied by Céline Saout on harp – classical elegance meets meditative tones. A sacred musical experience in...
Sufi vocal performances are a deeply spiritual and devotional form of music rooted in the mystical traditions of Sufism, an Islamic movement that emphasizes love, devotion, and unity with the divine. Sufi...
Hindustani vocal music is one of the two major traditions of Indian classical music, originating in the northern part of India. It is deeply rooted in the principles of raga (melodic framework)...
Dhrupad is one of the oldest and most revered forms of Hindustani classical vocal music, originating in the 15th century. It is deeply spiritual and meditative, characterized by its slow, steady rendition...
Carnatic vocals are a fundamental aspect of South Indian classical music, characterised by intricate melodic improvisation, precise rhythmic patterns, and deep devotional expression. Rooted in the ancient traditions of Vedic chanting, Carnatic...
The Arabic word Ishq means love or passion. And Islamic tradition has many shades of ishq. Beset by gilded ornamental lamps, draped in fine shawls and indigenous block-printed ajrak, two brothers sit...
Described as “phenomenal” (The Times) and “devastatingly beautiful” (Gramophone Magazine), award-winning choir Tenebrae is one of the world’s leading vocal ensembles, renowned for its passion and precision. Under the direction of Nigel...