Rajrupa Chowdhury + Vivek Pandya

Silk Street
London, EC2Y 8DT United Kingdom
29 November 2026
6:30 pm

One of India’s finest sarodists performs alongside a fearless tabla player for an evening of hypnotic Indian classical music at the Milton Court, Barbican Centre.

Rajrupa Chowdhury (sarod) is a leading exponent of the Senia Shahjahanpur Gharana, with performances across major festivals and venues in India and internationally. Part of a new generation of women reshaping the instrument’s history, her playing is known for its clarity and emotional directness. She is joined by tabla player Vivek Pandya, a widely performing accompanist and soloist recognised for his precision and responsiveness, collaborating with leading artists across the Indian classical scene.

The programme follows the traditional shape of a Hindustani classical recital, moving from slow, unmetered alap into more rhythmic sections with tabla. Expect extended improvisation, close musical dialogue, and a gradual unfolding of each raga’s character over time.

Stage times:
6pm Doors
6:30-8pm First half
8-8.15pm Interval
8.15-10pm Second half

Performers

Rajrupa Chowdhury sarod

Vivek Pandya tabla

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Location
Within walking distance of a number of London Underground and Elizabeth Line stations, the closest being Barbican, St Paul’s, Farringdon and Moorgate

Address
Milton Court, Guildhall School of Music
Silk Street, London
EC2Y 8DS

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Barbican: 4 min walk; Hammersmith & City, Metropolitan, Circle lines
Moorgate: 7 min walk; Hammersmith & City, Metropolitan, Circle, Northern lines, Elizabeth Line (use the Moorgate exit for Liverpool St stop)
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Rajrupa Chowdhury | Interview

Rajrupa Chowdhury | Interview

Let's journey back in time to Darbar Festival 2022 when Rajrupa Chowdhury mesmerized the audience with her amazing talent - here is a snippet of her interview. Subscribe to the Darbar Player to access the full uncut interview.