A night that intertwines stories with song - Classical and Contemporary music from Europe and the Americas is paired with the stories that lie behind their creation. Two artists with diverse training and influences come together to present an evening of culturally rich melodies. For Mexican flautist Nathalie Ramirez, her interest in Hindustani Classical Music brought her to India. She has learned Hindustani...(more) vocals and the Indian Bansuri (bamboo flute) in tandem with the traverse flute. Conversely, Shyamant Behal learned the Classical Guitar while in Delhi and went to France to deepen his training in the instrument. While in France his sensibilities drew him toward the sub-cultures of South America. Watch these anecdotes of musical heritage told mostly through melody interspersed with a few words.

The Barmer Boys, a trio of next generation torch bearers of Rajasthani Manganiar music, will be presenting an afternoon encore performance. Characterised by their guttural baritones, they interweave soulful Sufi kalaams with celebratory Sindhi folk tunes. Prepare for an informal afternoon session with these Manganiar musicians as they fold their rich heritage into a live performance . For ages 16 and above.

Songbird Sessions #7 will feature two distinct performances by Lifafa & Dee En. The opening act is Dee En, who will be previewing songs from their upcoming record, Poppin Ep’ set to release on 18 March 2019. Their characteristic sweet melodies overlaid with electronica are performed amid a splash of colours. Following Dee En, Lifafa - the solo electronic project of PCRC frontman Suryakant Sawhney - will per...(more)form tracks from his latest album, Jaago. The music combines melancholic vocals with a frenzied pace of electronic sound. The light design silhouettes his form and a voice emanates from an obscure darkened figure almost akin to a demonic summoning. Lights provoke an ominous atmosphere in which to feel the tenor of the music. // Songbird Sessions is an intimate concert series curated and produced by the folks at Pagal Haina in association with Oddbird Theatre & Foundation. The endeavour is simple, to put the focus firmly back on the artist and the performance. Collaborating with artists from the independent music scene, these sessions aim to break down the barriers between stage and seats, artist and audiences, providing an in-depth exchange and a live music experience like no other.

The Barmer Boys are a trio of next generation torch-bearers of Rajashtani Manganiyar music. Characterised by their guttural baritones, they interweave soulful Sufi kalaams with celebratory Sindhi folk tunes. Manganiars are a muslim community of hereditary musicians who trace their ancestry to the Rajput kingdoms. Retaining this medieval tradition, the Barmer Boys generate a rustic, earthy sound with familia...(more)r, foot-tapping melodies. For ages 16 and above.

Relationships whether between people, with ideas, or with ourselves, bring meaning to our intertwined existence. Explore this complexity & richness through solo performances of timeless hindustani short stories. In Premchand's 'Bade Bhaisahab', two brothers are up in arms against each other and the education system. Kamleshwar's 'Story' looks at the self and the other through the eyes of a seasoned journal...(more)ist. And finally, in Asad Mohammad Khan's 'Mai Dada', a pathan named Abdul Majid Khan Yusuf Zai makes us question the idea of identity. With no sets or props, this is theatre at its simplest and purest, where the story is king & imagination reigns supreme. For ages 16 and above.