May 18 2025 to May 18 2025 11 a.m.

Where

Bangalore International Centre

7 4th Main Rd, Stage 2, Domlur 560071

Event Description

The traditional form of sitar performance is the solo sitar recital, typically accompanied by the tabla. In this setting, the sitar is used to explore and express the depth of North Indian classical ragas, while the tabla provides rhythmic support, showcasing the intricate patterns and cycles that are fundamental to the music.

One of the most distinguished styles of sitar playing is the Jafferkhani Baaj, innovated by Padma Bhushan Ustad Abdul Halim Jaffer Khan. This style is known for its bold, structured, and rhythmically dynamic approach, combining the precision of been-baaj. Jafferkhani Baaj emphasizes powerful right-hand techniques, intricate rhythmic phrasing, and clear melodic articulation, offering a unique balance of melody and rhythm that makes it both intellectually profound and aesthetically captivating.

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Performers

Deepsankar Bhattacharjee
Sitar
“Sur-Moni” Deepsankar is the fourth generation sitarist. He embarked on his musical journey at a tender age under the tutelage of his father, Pandit Hara Shankar Bhattacharya. He was also trained under the watchful guidance of his dadaguru, Padmabhusahan Ustad Abdul Halim Jaffer Khan Saheb . He is the torch bearer of the Jafferkhani Baaj, a unique style of sitar playing invented and perfected by Ustad Abdul Halim Jaffer Khan saheb.

Deepsankar is an A Grade sitarist from All India Radio. He has performed at various places in India and abroad. His performances in New York and in various cities of Austria, Italy, Belgium, Croatia, Luxembourg, Czech Republic, Netherlands, France, Germany, Slovenia, Greece, Spain, Sweden have been highly appreciated. Deepsankar has been awarded by several Gold medals and titles from various organizations all over in the world.

Abhirup Roy
Tabla
An internationally acclaimed table virtuoso, Abhirup Roy has created his own style in the field of World Music, Modern, Jazz, Blues etc. His unique style of playing in both the fields of ICM and WCM has made him one of the most sought after Tabla players from India. He was awarded with the Global Music Awards and the Clouzine International Music Awards from Hollywood, USA in 2024.
Abhirup has given performances with several maestros as well as several contemporary artists and has performed in several countries like Italy, France, Belgium, Netherland, Switzerland, Germany, Austria, Bulgaria, Czech etc. He has worked with many acclaimed composers and musicians like Alberto Maccini, Ralph Towner, Petro Weiss, Klaus Buchner, Manny Pardeller Gabriele Verdineli, Simone Beneventi, Debojyoti Mishra, Debojyoti Bose, Pt. Kumar Bose and many more. He has taught in many prestigious universities and conservatories like Conservatorio di Musica Antonio Buzzolla, Conservatorio di Musica Luig Canepa, Conservatorio Statale di Musica Giovani Peirluigi da Palestrina in Italy, Orff Institute in Austria and Landesmusikakademie in Germany. Apart from his recent award winning single “The Other Half”, his many other albums were highly acclaimed.