Dec 08 2024 to Dec 08 2024 11 a.m.

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Where

National Gallery Of Modern Art

49, GF, Manikyavelu Mansion, Palace Rd, Vasanth Nagar 560052

Event Description

off/BEAT is a new kind of festival- a way to redefine the experience of arts and culture by taking them beyond traditional venues and into Bengaluru’s historic, heritage-rich spaces.    During these two weeks, we will illuminate the National Gallery of Modern Art, Panchavati, Sabha and more, and hold intimate dance, music and theatre performances with them as the backdrop. We invite you to join us in exploring and engaging with the city’s rich legacy in a fresh, immersive way.   

About Guru Shishya   

The state of Karnataka is unique for being a region that has had deep roots with both Hindustani classical as well as Carnatic music. Prior to independence, North Karnataka was an integral part of Bombay Presidency and parts of the Kingdom of Mysore were annexed to the Madras Presidency during British rule. First Edition Arts presents the past and present of these cultural exchanges in this series of concerts. 

The programs will have guru/shishya pairings that bring forth repertoire, compositions and lesser known composers from the state before a contemporary audience. These concerts seek to help inform audiences about the unique aspects of both Hindustani and Carnatic music as it is practiced in this region.    

About the Artists   

Pandit D Kumar Das is a well-known Hindustani Classical Vocalist. Born in Yelabenchi, he came under the tutelage of maestro Dr. Pandit. Puttaraj Gawai who trained him in the true Guru-Shishya Parampara.    

Pt. Kumar Das is a master of the art of Khayal singing. Endowed with a rich and  sonorous voice, his singing is a harmonious blend of Kirana and Gwaliar gharanas. Apart from Khayal, he also sings and Dasara Keerthan with finesse.    

Dr. Aditya Pallakki has been learning Hindustani music for the past 23 years. He is currently a student of Pandit D Kumar Das. Dr. Aditya shows promise and especial interest in the linguistic relations of music and often performs kannada bandishes to  explore this ideology of music.