Darbar Festival presents an extraordinary glimpse into the musical philosophy of one of the world’s greatest living sitar virtuosos, Ustad Shahid Parvez.
In this rare lecture demonstration, Parvez, a seventh-generation torchbearer of the Etawah Gharana, reveals the artistic vision that has made him one of the most influential sitarists today. Discover how he developed his revolutionary gayaki ang (vocal style) of sitar playing, transforming the instrument into ‘the singing sitar.’ Witness the techniques that allow him to extract astonishing subtleties, creating distinctive slides, nuances, and emotional depth. Ustad Shahid Parvez will share his journey, pushing the boundaries of the sitar from the meditative depths of alaap to lightning-fast taans that leave listeners breathless.
Presented by Darbar in partnership with the Barbican.
