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Jayanthi Kumaresh: Veena Unwrapped

Darbar Festival

Jayanthi Kumaresh smiling while looking to her right

An enlightening exploration of the veena's timeless beauty and enduring legacy by one of its foremost proponents.

Embark on a journey of musical discovery with Jayanthi Kumaresh, a world-class virtuoso of the Saraswati veena, as she unravels the intricate nuances of this majestic instrument in a captivating lecture demonstration. Jayanthi shares her expertise, insights, and passion for the veena, offering audiences a rare opportunity to experience the rich tradition and soul-stirring ragas of this ancient art form first-hand. 

The hour talk follows a 30-minute Q&A with the audience. 

This event will finish at approximately 1.30pm

Produced by Darbar in association with the Barbican

*Excludes £1.50 booking fee

Frobisher Auditorium 1