Indian Classical Music Circle of Austin

05/28/2026

Not just a violin.
A revolution in sound.

L. Shankar’s legendary 10-string stereophonic “Double Violin” was created to span the depth of the cello and the soaring range of the violin, resulting in an instrument unlike anything the world had heard before.

Experience its extraordinary sound live in Austin on June 6.

05/25/2026

🎻 GIVEAWAY TIME 🎻

Before “world music” became mainstream, Grammy-winning violin maestro L. Shankar was already redefining what the violin could become.

Seeking an instrument capable of spanning the sonic depth of the cello to the soaring melodies of the violin, he created the revolutionary 10-string stereophonic “Double Violin,” an instrument unlike anything the music world had ever seen.

Over the decades, this extraordinary instrument became his signature voice in collaborations with legendary artists across pop, jazz, rock, and classical music.

Now, Austin audiences have the rare opportunity to experience L. Shankar and his iconic Double Violin live in concert.

🎟 Win a PAIR of tickets to the concert! 🎟

📅 Saturday, June 6, 2026 at 5 PM
📍 Unity Church of the Hills
9905 Anderson Mill Rd, Austin, TX 78750

✨ GIVEAWAY QUESTION ✨
Which of these artists has NOT collaborated with L. Shankar?

A) Madonna
B) Bruce Springsteen
C) Michael Jackson
D) Taylor Swift

📩 Send your answer to our DMs for a chance to win.

👯 Tag a friend in the comments for an additional entry!

⏳ Giveaway closes May 31, 2026.

05/21/2026

Did you know?

L. Shankar’s music has reached far beyond the concert stage.

As a founding member of Shakti, he helped bring Indian classical music into a groundbreaking conversation with jazz and world music — creating a sound that influenced generations of listeners and musicians.

On June 6, Austin gets to experience that legacy live.

📅 Saturday, June 6, 2026
📍 Unity Church of the Hills, Austin
🎟️ Tickets available now

05/16/2026

Some artists don’t just perform music. They expand what music can be.

L. Shankar’s sound is instantly recognizable. With every note, he carries decades of innovation, tradition, and global influence.

On June 6, Austin has the rare opportunity to witness that artistry in person.

📅 Saturday, June 6, 2026
📍 Unity Church of the Hills, Austin
🎟️ Tickets available now: icmca.org/lshankar-2026/

Come ready to listen closely.

05/14/2026

24 days until Austin experiences something truly special.

On June 6, ICMCA welcomes L. Shankar, a legendary artist whose sound has traveled across continents, genres, and generations.

A master of the double violin, vocalist, composer, and founding member of Shakti, L. Shankar’s music is more than a performance. It is history, innovation, devotion, and pure artistry all in one evening.

Joined by Amit Kavthekar on tabla, this concert is a rare chance to witness a musical force whose work has shaped Indian classical, world music, jazz fusion, and beyond.

📅 Saturday, June 6, 2026
📍 Unity Church of the Hills, Austin
🎟️ Tickets available now: link in bio or icmca.org/lshankar-2026/

Don’t wait until the last minute. This is one you’ll want to be in the room for.

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05/13/2026

05/08/2026

ICMCA presents an unforgettable evening with L. Shankar, the legendary double violinist and vocalist whose work has helped shape Indian classical, jazz, fusion, and world music across generations.

A founding member of Shakti, alongside John McLaughlin and Zakir Hussain, L. Shankar brings a one-of-a-kind sound and global musical legacy to Austin. He will be joined by tabla virtuoso Amit Kavthekar for a powerful concert experience rooted in Indian classical tradition and expanded through boundary-crossing artistry.

📅 Saturday, June 6, 2026
🕔 5:00 PM
📍 Unity Church of the Hills
9905 Anderson Mill Road, Austin, TX 78750

Tickets are now available: icmca.org/lshankar-2026/

Come experience a rare evening of music, mastery, and connection.

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05/06/2026

What a night. ✨

Beautiful music, a captivated audience, and so many kind words from those who joined us. Ustad Shahid Parvez Khan’s performance in Austin was a powerful reminder of how special live music can be when it brings people fully into the moment.

We’re so grateful to everyone who came, listened, and helped make the evening so memorable.

04/30/2026

Only 2 days away from an unforgettable evening with Ustad Shahid Parvez Khan, one of the world’s greatest sitar virtuosos and a seventh-generation artist of the legendary Etawah Gharana.

Joining him on tabla is the dynamic Pandit Gourisankar, bringing together brilliance, tradition, and the energy of live Hindustani classical music right here in Austin.

Join us this Saturday and be part of this special evening with ICMCA.

📅 Saturday, May 2, 2026
🕔 5:00 PM
📍 Unity Church of the Hills
🎟️ Tickets available now: icmca.org/shahidparvez-2026/