A special morning Indian classical music concert as part of our New Sounds festival.
In Indian classical music, ragas are traditionally associated with different times of the day. This special morning concert draws on that rich tradition, offering audiences a unique opportunity to experience acclaimed sarod player Debasmita Bhattacharya performing a programme of morning ragas.
Presented in a relaxed and welcoming setting, the concert is open to everyone whether you are familiar with Indian classical music or experiencing it for the first time.
The sarod is an instrument capable of astonishing subtlety and power, and few musicians play it with more imagination than Debasmita Bhattacharya.
She has earned international acclaim for her breathtaking artistry, dazzling technical mastery, and deeply expressive performances; her command of the sarod creates music of remarkable beauty and emotional depth, transporting audiences through the rich traditions of Hindustani classical music while bringing a fresh vitality to the concert stage.
“Impressive clarity of technique and sensitive approach” (The Hindu.com)
Debasmita is accompanied by the acclaimed tabla artist Zuheb Ahmed Khan . One of the leading torchbearers of the famous Ajrada gharana, and a classical tabla virtuoso of the highest order, his consistently brilliant and exciting performances have evoked laud and admiration at various music festivals in India and abroad. His playing is marked by his uncanny intuition and masterful improvisational dexterity.
This concert promises exhilarating improvisation, intricate rhythmic dialogue and music that is both deeply rooted in tradition and thrillingly alive in the moment.
Part of our New Sounds Festival 2026.