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Akkarai Sisters + Ruchira Kedar

Darbar Festival

,Milton Court Concert Hall
Akkarai sisters playing the violin on stage

One extraordinary evening. Two classical traditions.

Be transported by the virtuosic bow work of the acclaimed Akkarai Sisters as their violins dance through intricate South Indian ragas with breathtaking precision and emotional depth. Their melodic conversation finds perfect rhythmic counterpoint in Patri Satish Kumar's masterful mridangam playing and the earthy, resonant tones of Ghatam Udupa's clay pot percussion. Experience the mathematical complexity and spiritual fervour that defines the Carnatic tradition.

After the interval, journey northward as Ruchira Kedar's stunning vocals unfold the ornate tapestries of khayal singing in the revered Gwalior-Jaipur style. Her voice—in turn delicate and commanding—explores the emotional landscapes of North Indian ragas, supported by Vaishnav’s sensitive tabla accompaniment and the harmonic foundation of Deochake's harmonium.
 

Tagged with: Classical music Contemporary music Darbar Festival 2025

Age guidance: 5+

This event will end at approximately 10pm

 

Produced by Darbar in partnership with the Barbican.

 

First half

Akkarai Sisters carnatic violin
Patri Satish Kumar mridangam
Ghatam Udupa ghatam

Second half

Ruchira Kedar khayal Vocal – Gwalior Jaipur Ghrana
Yashwant Vaishnav tabla
Tanmay Deochake harmonium

Ticket prices

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Milton Court Concert Hall