Throwback to around this time last year... I always feel nervous when posting any of my music, all that rings out to me are the mistakes I've made and what I could've played better 😅 but hey it's all part of the learning process. So here's a very small snippet of a beautiful Ajrara Gharana Kayda, performed at on the occasion of our Gurus' Saraswati Puja... Senior musicians and connoisseurs alike, please forgive any mistakes! 🙏🏽
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#tabla #kayda #kaida #tisrajati #beat #rhythm #Ajrara #hindustani #hindustaniclassical #icm #indianclassicalmusic #musicanddance #art #london #artsinlondon #lehra #tablarhythmscience #baithak #gharana #jaipur #jaipurgharana
Because AI doesn't always have to be just slop, doom and gloom... Just a little bit of fun 😋
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#ai #aifun #friends #small #smallworld
Bristol Baithaks has been granted an @aceagrams National Lottery Projects Grant! This will support the delivery of the complete series of intimate, grassroots Hindustani music concerts in the South West.
As part of DIASPORA! Festival’s Desi day at @arnolfiniarts , come to the first instalment of this concert series and start the day with the tenderness of morning ragas presented by @peteyelding on sitar and @danny_rhythmic accompanying on tabla. 11am, Sat 9th May.
For tickets: link in Bio
Running from 1–11 May 2026, DIASPORA! is a ten-day, multi-venue arts festival presented by Diverse Artists Network. It showcases a vibrant mix of music, film, poetry, dance, storytelling, and more.
This concert would not be possible without the valuable and generous support of @zeroclassikal , Diverse Arts Network, and Arts Council England.
Photo credit: @_nic_kane
#DIASPORA2026 #BristolMusic #IndianClassicalMusic #HindustaniClassicalMusic #Sitar
Dhanraj Persaud Pandey began his training at the age of 14 under the tutelage of Pandit Rajkumar Misra. In keeping with the lineage of his Guru, Dhanraj follows the playing style of the Jaipur and Farukkhabad gharanas of tabla. Not only is Dhanraj an accomplished tabla player but also an experienced vocalist, currently receiving training from Srimati Chandrima Misra of the Kasur-Patiala gharana. Dhanraj has performed extensively around the UK and is fast becoming a much sought after performer within the Indian classical music scene in this country.
An emotional rendition of Raga Bageshri on Alto flute featuring flautist Audrey Milheres alongside Dhanraj Persaud Pandey, at Music in the Museum recently.
And a surprise performance on the sitar by our Artistic Director Jonathan Mayer
Raga Bageshri for Alto Flute and Tabla is from a series of works commissioned by The Arts Council England and gives a western trained musician the opportunity to experienced South Asian classical music in a performance situation. Notated for western instruments by zerOclassikal Artistic Director Jonathan Mayer and available on ragamusic.co.uk.
More of our Music in the Museum series in Sept. Stay tuned.
In partnership with The Culture Trust Luton and Wardown House, Museum and Gallery
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#Luton #dilruba #flute #AltoFlute #bansuri #music #IndianClassicalMusic #SouthAsianClassicalMusic #musician #performance #LiveMusic #Raag #raga #Carnatic #ClassicalMusic #SouthAsian #improvisation #instrumental #london #live #events #gigs #jam #aceagrams #letscreate
Some stills from our Music in the Museum showcase at Wardown Museum last weekend, where we enjoyed some South Asian classical ragas.
We had four very talented artists on stage for the afternoon: bansuri player Kiran SKG, flautist Audrey Milheres, sitarist Jonathan Mayer and tabla player Dhanraj Persuad Pandey.
Next one coming up in Sept. Stay tuned…
In partnership with The Culture Trust Luton
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#Luton #dilruba #flute #AltoFlute #bansuri #music #IndianClassicalMusic #SouthAsianClassicalMusic #musician #performance #LiveMusic #Raag #raga #Carnatic #ClassicalMusic #SouthAsian #improvisation #instrumental #london #live #events #gigs #jam #aceagrams #letscreate
Just 2 days until we’re at Wardown Museum in Luton for an afternoon of ragas played on the alto flute and bansuri surrounded by the museum’s stunning art collection.
Featuring Audrey Milheres who will perform Raga Bageshri on Alto flute accompanied by Dhanraj Persaud Pandey on tabla.
Followed by Kiran Sodhi-Kalsi-Ghatoure, who will perform a set of three ragas on the Bansuri (Indian flute) and Dilruba.
Tickets available from £15. LINK IN BIO
Date: Sun 15 June 2025, 2pm - 4pm
Venue: Drawing Room, Wardown House, Museum and Gallery, Old Bedford Rd, Luton LU2 7HA
Image 3 by David Murphy, FHR
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#Luton #dilruba #flute #AltoFlute #bansuri #music #IndianClassicalMusic #SouthAsianClassicalMusic #musician #performance #LiveMusic #Raag #raga #Carnatic #ClassicalMusic #SouthAsian #improvisation #instrumental #london #live #events #gigs #jam #aceagrams #letscreate
On Saturday 5th April, Legacy – An Evening of Tabla and Kathak was presented by Bhavan’s resident Tabla teacher, Pt. @misra748 , alongside his daughter, @saberikathak who presented Kathak, accompanied by Pt. @hiranmaymitramusic on Harmonium
The evening began on a heartfelt note as Rajkumar Ji shared a special message dedicated to his students, recognising their passion, dedication, and hard work.
As the evening unfolded, the audience witnessed something truly magical — with Rajkumar Ji and Hiranmay Ji, maestros in their own right, captivating everyone with their performance. This was followed by a dynamic presentation from Rajkumar Ji and Saberi, beautifully supported by Rajkumar Ji’s students on tabla.
In all, Legacy was a moving tribute to tradition, dedication, and the timeless beauty of Indian classical arts.
Picture credits: @danny_rhythmic
Thoroughly enjoyed performing with @danny_rhythmic for celebrations of spring at Oxford University last Friday. Thank you Professor Nandini Chatterjee and ZeroClassikal for making it possible. Was also a chance to air my Buddha Systems pickup for the first time.
