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SUMMARY:Melbourne International Festival of Hindustani Classical Music.
DESCRIPTION:Melbourne International Festival of Hindustani Classical Music 2026 where rich tradition meets mesmerising live performance is back in full splendour this March in Melbourne. Over a weekend celebration of raag\, rhythm and virtuosic artistry\, some of the most revered names in Hindustani classical music will take the stage\, bringing centuries-old sounds and heartfelt expression to Australian audience. \nSaturday\, 7 March — Afternoon Sarod RecitalSmt Rajrupa Chowdhary (Sarod) opens the festival with an evocative afternoon performance. A distinguished exponent of the Senia Shahjahanpur Gharana\, she carries forward decades of lineage on the sarod with intense emotion and spirited presence. Accompanied by tabla player Ramendra Solanki\, her music promises both depth and dynamism. \nSaturday\, 7 March — Evening Vocal RaptureVd Kalapini Komkali (Vocal) headlines the Saturday evening concert. With a deeply melodious and richly expressive voice\, she is celebrated as one of the brightest vocalists of her generation — blending tradition with lyrical finesse learned from her legendary musical lineage. \nSunday\, 8 March — Morning Dhrupad ImmersionPt Uday Bhawalkar (Dhrupad Vocal) leads the Sunday morning session with a rare\, meditative exploration of dhrupad — one of the oldest forms of Hindustani classical music. With decades of discipline and performances across the world\, his voice carries both historical weight and profound spiritual resonance. \nSunday\, 8 March — Evening Sitar CelebrationThe festival culminates with Ustad Shujaat Khan (Sitar) — a global sitar legend whose lineage and artistry trace back generations. Known for his expressive gayaki ang style that mirrors the human voice\, Ustad Shujaat’s concert is a highlight not just of the festival but of the wider 2026 Melbourne music calendar. Accompanying tabla artists bring additional rhythmic spark to this unforgettable finale. \nWhether you’re a devoted follower of Indian classical music or someone who simply appreciates extraordinary live performance\, the Melbourne International Festival of Hindustani Classical Music is a rare opportunity to witness living masterpieces of the Hindustani tradition right here in Australia — a weekend of culture\, connection and sound that resonates long after the last note
URL:https://www.indianlink.com.au/whats-on/melbourne-international-festival-of-hindustani-classical-music/2026-03-07/
LOCATION:Hawthorne Arts Centre\, 360 Burwood Road\, Hawthornr\, Melbourne\, VIC\, 3122\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Classical Music,Happening in Melbourne
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SUMMARY:Sound of India: Diwali celebrated at Hawthorn Arts Centre
DESCRIPTION:  \nThe Indian festival of Diwali will be celebrated at Hawthorn Arts Centre with a concert featuring highlights from the subcontinent’s classical artforms with a blend of contemporary culture. \nThe unique family-friendly multicultural Diwali celebration is set to feature the award-winning bansuri virtuoso\, Vinod Prasanna\, who will perform the classical Indian flute-like instrument alongside talented Melburnian guitarist Jenna Campbell and tabla maestro Pranav Ramji. \nThe enchanting musical collaboration will welcome to the stage captivating performances by Kathak dancer Sonya Parmat and mesmerizing belly dancer Sarah Moulton. \n“I play a soulful interpretation of Indian classical music. The melodies resonate with the essence of Diwali and evoke the spirit of light and joy that encapsulates this important celebration in our culture” says Vinod Prasanna. \nTo celebrate the spirit of Diwali\, a vibrant atmosphere will transform the classical architecture of the hall\, with colourful rangoli installations by traditional artists and the warm glow of flickering diyas. The event promises an artistically immersive experience that honours the festival of lights and community connection. \nREGISTER HERE: https://www.boroondara.vic.gov.au/events/sound-india-diwali-hawthorn-arts-centre
URL:https://www.indianlink.com.au/whats-on/sound-of-india-diwali-celebrated-at-hawthorn-arts-centre/
LOCATION:Hawthorne Arts Centre\, 360 Burwood Road\, Hawthornr\, Melbourne\, VIC\, 3122\, Australia
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