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In Homage - The Classical Music of India
The Classical Music of India
An evening of performances dedicated to the legendary sarod maestro Ali Akbar Khan
Christopher Ris, sarod
Richard Harrington, sarod
and featuring a special performance by
Rajeev Taranath
Tabla accompaniment by Vikas Yendluri
BIOS:
CHRISTOPHER RIS
Christopher Ris began his study of sarod and vocal music in 1971 under Maestro Ali Akbar Khan. He has since performed as a soloist, with Ali Akbar Khans orchestra The New Maihar Band, composed music for 3 films on life in India and an episode of the television series Young Indiana Jones.He has collaborated with flamenco dancers and guitarists as well as Necati Celik, principal oudist of the National Orchestra of Turkey. In 1974 he began a 20 year relationship with the renowned kathak dancer Chitresh Das. As Mr. Das primary musical accompanist and composer in residence they dramatically changed the style of kathak accompaniment,bringing the instrumentalist into the simultaneous improvisations with the dancer that were formerly the province of the tabla drummer alone. In 2012 he met Pandit Rajeev Taranath, one of Ali Akbar Khans first students, and, captivated by Rajeev-jis unique melodic and rhythmic style began studying intensely with him on his bi-annual visits to the US.
RICHARD HARRINGTON
Richard started in Hindustani music in 1969 on sitar, and in 1974 switched to sarod, when he came study at the Ali Akbar College. After some years, he became one of the assistant instructors, helping Ustad Ali Akbar Khan by notating and teaching review classes. He has performed and toured extensively in the US, Europe and India, and now spends several months each year in India.
RAJEEV TARANATH
Internationally acclaimed performer, Rajeev Taranath is today one of the leading exponents of the sarod. His performances masterfully combine the depth and rigor of the tradition of Hindustani classical music with an inspired imagination and emotional intensity. A distinguished disciple of the legendary maestro Ustad Ali Akbar Khan, his musicianship has been recognized with many honors including the Padma Sri in 2019, one of Indias highest national award in the arts.
"The artiste's musical expression is distinguished by an innate sense of dignity..." -The Hindu, 2006
"Taranath's sarod pulls heart strings... - Express, New Delhi
"Pt. Rajeev Taranaths Gauri Manjari was an exquisite piece. His playing embodied not just the complexity and multiple layering but the depth and purity of the raga.." - The Hindu 2013
"profound musical skills" - Sydney Morning Herald
Rajeev Taranaths sarod improvisations mixed the spiritual and the spirited...the raga began with introspective meditation and proceeded into an exuberant rhythmic celebration. -New York Times
VIKAS YENDULRI
Vikas Yendluri is a tabla artist hailing from the style of Punjab. He has been a disciple of Sri Arshad Syed since the age of 5, and has also been studying with Ustad Zakir Hussain. Vikas has accompanied some of the most illustrious masters of Hindustani music in concerts across the United States. He's an alumni of Stanford University and is based in San Francisco.
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LocationThe Sacred Stream Center (View)
2149 Byron Street
Berkeley, CA 94702
United States
Categories
| Dog Friendly: No |
| Non-Smoking: Yes! |
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Contact
| Owner: Satya |
| On BPT Since: Apr 18, 2019 |
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| Saraswati Music |
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