• Tejendra Narayan Mazumdar (sarod)
• Partha Bose (sitar)
• Steve Gorn (bansuri)
• Mitali Banerjee Bhawmik (vocal)
• Subhadra Vijayakumar (violin)
• (vocal)
Accomapnists :
Samir Chatterjee, Shubhojyoti Guha and Shivalik Ghosal on tabla and Parag Marathe on harmonium
A glimpse of last year's concert : www.youtube.com/watch?v=JNqVzXEHDZ4
Pt. is the foremost representative of the Maihar Senia gharana. He was groomed primarily by his grandfather Ustad Allauddin Khan, the founder of this gharana. His music, as expressed through his instrument Sarod, exemplifies the beauty of authenticity.
Ustad Shujaat Khan is the direct descendent of the Itawa-Imdadkhani gharana. He is the son and disciple of legendary Ustad Vilayat Khan. Groomed by his father Shujajat Khan further developed himself to be contemporary. His music is rich with both traditional substance with modern approach.
Pt. Nagraj Havaldar will remind us of the recent bygone maestros - Pt. Bhimsen Joshi, Pt. Mallikarjun Mansur, Pt. Basabraj Rajguru, Pt. Madhav Guri. Directly or indirectly groomed by these maestros and also by Pt. Mattigatti, Nagraj Havaldar has a powerful voice and style of rendition to express all of the qualities of the tradition he represents.
Bidwan Trichy Sankaran is a wonder in the field of Indian Percussion. His command on Laya and Tala, his approach toward exploration of tonal variation, dynamics are exemplary to all musicians, particularly percussionists.
Samir Chatterjee's tabla is known for 'vocal-like quality' as commented by NY Times or 'Gayaki Ang' as commented by fellow musicians. He is reputed worldwide for his performances (at the Nobel Peace Prize Ceremony, UN General Assemply etc.), scholarship and teaching contributions.
Snehasish Mozumder is the sole performer to a level of excellent on his instrument. He has demonstrated to inspire awe from his audience worldwide.
Kedar Naphade creates amazing beauty out of the Harmonium, sometimes doing almost impossible things on the instrument. He owes major part of his musicality to his guru Tusidas Bodkar. Rest he has been developing through continuous research and practice over the years.
Ramneek Sigh is a pride of Toronto. To open the concert with her mellifluous voice and rich substance will be the most appropriate way.
Shivalik Ghosal and Dibyarka Chatterjee on the tabla will bring assurance toward the continuity of the tradition. Parag Marathe will be a great support to Ramneek Singh. Omkarnath Havaldar would compliment the vocal recital of his father.
Tickets :
Main Floor -
$ 100 - 2nd to 4th row
$ 75 - 6th to 11th row
$ 60 - 13th to 18th row
$ 40 - 20th to 24th row
Balcony -
$ 60 - First and second sections on two sides from the front (close to the stage)
$ 40 - Third and fourth sections on two sides from towards the back and rear section
10% discount to students, seniors and group purchase of 10 tickets or more
Contact : 416 272 0250 / 905 826 6337 / chhandayan@tabla.org
Seating :- Cushioned church benches with high back-rest on two floors. Balcony runs from the back to the front.
Parking :- Ample parking options available in the neighborhood including a few spacious 24/7 lots. The venue is also easily accessible by public transportation.
Food:- Healthy Indian food will be available for purchase at the venue from early evening till early morning.
Event :- For the second time in Canada, enthusiasts of Indian classical music will be treated to a truly traditional experience of an all-night concert. Held at the venerable St. Andrews Church, the event will bring together some of the top names in Indian classical music like Ud. Aasish Khan (sarod), Ud. Shujaat Khan (sitar), Prof. Trichy Sankaran (Mridangam), Samir Chatterjee (tabla), Pt. Nagraj Rao Havaldar (vocal), Snehasish Mozumder (Mandolin), Kedar Naphade (harmonium), Ramneek Singh (vocal), P. S. Mohankumar (ghatam), Desi Narayan (kanjira), Shivalik Ghosal (tabla), Dibyarka Chatterjee (tabla), Parag Marathe (harmonium) and Omkar Havaldar on vocal support.
Chhandayan has been hosting All-night concerts of Indian Classical music in North America (New York City) for the last 12 years. This event in Toronto is an extension of that tradition to satisfy the enthusiasm of the connoisseurs of Indian Classical music in Toronto, Mississauga, Hamilton, other neighboring towns and cities like Ottawa, Montreal, Buffalo and other neighboring places.
Listening to Indian music throughout the night, absorbing the effects of the series of ragas being performed in such a spiritually vibrant atmosphere is an experience never to be expected in any other circumstances. It is absolutely unique of its kind, beyond description.
Chhandayan Canada is also jointly promoting this All Night Indian Classical Music concert in conjunction with Sony Centre for the Bharati event. Viewers receiving the online/email promotion will be eligible for a 20% discount on ticket prices of $100, $75 and $60 only. Tickets at the promotional rates will be available at the box office St. Andrew's Church on Sept 24 by presenting the promotion code TABLA. Promotional tickets can also be obtained by contacting toronto_allnight@tabla.org or telephone numbers 416 409 7562 & 416 272 0250. Details of the Bharati event is below.
Special Offer from Sony Centre
Save 20% on tickets to BHARATI
On stage October 26 - November 6
BHARATI is a live music and dance spectacle which journeys through the colours, scents and flavours of India. Dazzling, sensual and euphoric, BHARATI is a powerful story of love, homecoming and identity. Don't miss out on this exclusive engagement: experience 1000 costumes, 70 dancers, musicians and acrobats live on stage! Buy tickets or call 1.800.872.SONY. Enter promo code: BHCH11 in 'Promotions and Special Offers' Box. Offer valid for performances Oct 26-30 only. Subject to availability and can be withdrawn at any time.
link to “BUY TICKETS” :
www.ticketmaster.ca/Bharati-tickets/artist/1550219?brand=sony&camefrom=cfc_sony_centre_Chhandayan
The event is also supported by :
- Small World, Toronto
- Creations India, Toronto
- Ragamala, Toronto
- Hindustani Sangeet Mandal, Ottawa
- Kavir Cultural Center, Montreal
- www.mybindi.com
- The Weekly Voice
Program :
8.00 pm : Ramneek Singh (vocal)
Shivalik Ghosal (tabla)
Parag Marathe (harmonium)
9.15 pm : Instrumental Duet - Snehasish Mozumder (mandolin) and Kedar Naphade (harmonium)
Shivalik Ghosal (tabla)
10.30 pm : Dinner Break
11.15 pm : Taal-Vadya Kachari - A tribute to the musical genius of Pof. Trichy Sankaran) :
Prof. Trichy Sankaran (Mridangam)
Samir Chatterjee (tabla)
P.S. Mohankumar (ghatam)
Desi Narayan (kanjira)
12.45 am : Ustad Shujaat Khan (sitar)
Samir Chatterjee (tabla)
2.30 am : Pandit Nagraj Rao Havaldar (vocal)
Kedar Naphade (harmonium)
Omkar Havaldar (vocal support)
Dibyarka Chatterjee (tabla)
4.00 am : Aashis Khan (sarod), A tribute to the musical genius of Aashish Khan
Samir Chatterjee (tabla)
ONLINE SALE OF TICKETS WILL CLOSE AT 2 PM ON SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 24TH. AFTER THAT ALL TICKETS WILL BE SOLD AT THE VENUE. BOX OFFICE WILL OPEN AT 6.30 PM. HALL OPENS AT 7.30 PM.
