WEST LA INDIAN MUSIC CONCERT

🎶 WEST LA INDIAN MUSIC CONCERT 🎶
An Evening of Classical Elegance with Sitar, Vocal & Tabla

📅 Date: Friday, May 16, 2025
🕖 Time: 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
📍 Location: St. John’s Presbyterian Church, 11000 National Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90064
🎟️ Tickets: $35 – Includes Authentic Indian Dinner by Samosa House

Join us for a soul-stirring evening of Hindustani classical music in the heart of West Los Angeles. This intimate concert brings together three distinguished artists, each carrying the legacy of India’s rich musical heritage.

🎸 RAJIB KARMAKAR – SITAR
Rajib Karmakar began his musical training at age four under the guidance of his father, Pandit Durgadas Karmakar. His early education was enriched by studying classical vocal music with Ustad Ghulam Akbar Khan of the Rampur Sahsawan Gharana and the Beenkar style of sitar playing with Pandit Ramdas Chakravarty of the Senia Gharana. Widely known by his stage name SITARRAJIB, Rajib has collaborated with legendary artists such as Herb Alpert, Chris Martin of Coldplay, Beck, Sugar Blue, and Wu Tong. His performances have been further enhanced through partnerships with major orchestras like the LA Master Chorale, Atlanta Master Chorale, Detroit Symphony, Spire Ensemble, and major media houses including Sony, Universal, and Disney. His work in films, including Basmati Blues and M**der Mystery 2, showcases his versatility across diverse musical genres. As an educator, Rajib has influenced the next generation of musicians through residencies at esteemed institutions worldwide, including Brandeis University, Harvard University, Butler University, the University of Waterloo, Dartmouth College, UCLA, and the California Institute of the Arts.

🎤 SUBHASISH BHAWAL – VOCAL
Subhasish Chandra Bhawal, born into a family of Hindustani Classical music stalwarts, is an eminent vocalist with deep roots in multiple gharanas, including Rampur Senia, Agra, Gwalior, Jaipur, and Maihar. He began his musical journey with tabla under his father, Shree Sunil Chandra Bhawal, and later trained in vocal music under legends like Pandit Amaresh Chandra Chawdhury, Pandit Samaresh Chawdhury, Pandit Ramashreya Jha (Ramrang), and Padmashree Pandit Ulhas Kashalkar. Founder of Veneration Institute of Culture, he actively promotes Indian classical music. He has served as a guest faculty at prestigious institutions, including Chaulkhowa Sangeet Mahavidyalaya (India) and Afghanistan National Institute of Music (Portugal). A former student of ITC Sangeet Research Academy, he is also an empanelled artist with the Indian Council for Cultural Relations, Government of India.

🥁 MADHURJYA BARTHAKUR – TABLA
Madhurjya Ranjan Barthakur is a distinguished tabla maestro and academician dedicated to promoting Indian classical music. Born into a rich musical lineage, he trained under his father, Dr. Dilip Ranjan Barthakur, and Ustad Munne Khan of the Farukhabad Gharana. His intricate technique and graceful style echo the legacy of past masters. Madhurjya holds an M.A. in Music from Rabindra Bharati University and has received prestigious honors, including the Tala Mani Award and the National Fellowship in Music from the Government of India. A global ambassador of Indian classical music, he has performed at renowned festivals in the UK, France, Spain, and Uzbekistan. He serves as a guest faculty at Dibrugarh University and Afghanistan National Institute of Music, promoting music education in conflict zones. Through Chaulkhawa Sangeet Mahavidyalaya, he nurtures young talent, ensuring the future of Indian classical music.

🎉 DINNER INCLUDED
Enjoy a complimentary dinner catered by Samosa House, one of LA’s beloved Indian eateries—served after the concert to complete the experience.

Whether you're a connoisseur of Indian classical music or a curious newcomer, this concert promises an unforgettable night of melody, rhythm, and cultural richness.

🎫 Limited Seating – Reserve Your Spot Today!
We look forward to welcoming you for this special celebration of Hindustani classical music in West LA.

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