Darbar Festival 2024

In its 19th year, Darbar Festival returns with a magical mix of emerging raw young talent, master performers making their UK debut performances as well as world class legends, maestros and maestras.
Set up in memory of Gurmit Singh Ji Virdee, an inspirational tabla player and teacher, the Darbar Festival continues to be the perfect place to discover, in his legacy, an enchanting world of melody and rhythm.
The DNA of Indian classical music is rooted in nature – ragas and talas are closely associated with animals, birds, weather and seasons, delivering a wholesome and holistic experience to enhance one’s wellbeing.
As well as a chance to indulge your senses in this emotive music, we are broadening our wellbeing sessions which will include yoga with live music; breathwork; sacred sound bath, and mantra and guided meditation sessions. Plus, our ever-popular Indian music appreciation course. And finally, back by popular demand is the highly successful Pop-Up Market featuring small independent culturally diverse businesses.
Save 30% when you book 4 or more concerts in Darbar Festival 2024. Subject to availability.
Events

Music, Mantra and Guided Meditation with Qi-Rattan
Uncover the path to your inner peace with Qi-Rattan, supporting you by moving beyond mindfulness with sound therapy and a guided meditation.

Aparna Raguraman + Giridhar Thyagarajan
Enjoy captivating melodies and rhythmic brilliance with Aparna Raguraman on violin and Giridhar Thyagarajan on mridangam in this family-friendly celebration of Indian classical music.

Akash Parekar + Himmet Bahra
This free family friendly event features the extraordinary talents of Akash Parekar on sitar and Himmet Bahra on tabla, promising an afternoon of enchanting melodies and rhythmic brilliance.

Nadhaswaram & Thavil
Immerse yourself in the captivating sounds of South Indian classical music with the talented Ramachandran trio on Nadhaswaram and Thavil. A cultural celebration that will transport listeners.

Yogabliss to Live Music
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Join us for an enriching Yogabliss session with Kanwal Ahluwalia, where you can gently stretch, bend, twist, and calm your mind in a fun, easy-going class open to all levels.
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