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Darbar: Indian Music Appreciation Course

Darbar Festival

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Unlock the Enchanting World of Raga and Tala. One day. Countless centuries of musical brilliance. 

Discover melodic ragas and mathematical talas in the Darbar Festival’s immersive 1-day Indian classical music course. No prior knowledge required—just bring your curiosity.

Whether you're hearing the sitar for the first time or deepening your understanding, this expertly crafted journey will transform how you experience music. Learn about the mesmerising structures of raga, intricate patterns of tala that weave time into mathematical poetry, and how ancient traditions evolve into contemporary expression.

Taught by Sukhdeep Dhanjal, an inspiring tabla teacher, and Harmeet Virdee, one of the UK's finest sitar players, this course will unveil the rhythmic cycles and emotional depth that make Indian classical music uniquely powerful.

Please arrive 15 minutes before the start of the session.

This event will finish at approximately 6pm.

Presented by Darbar in partnership with the Barbican.

 

 

*Excludes £1.50 booking fee

Frobisher Auditorium 1