Indian Performing Arts Association of Charlotte

10/05/2026

Performing for Swathi Thirunal Festival in Charlotte

09/27/2026

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09/22/2026

09/16/2026

Maestro Niladri Kumaar is the Sitarist of his generation. He is hailed as a maverick musician and composer, a celebrated ambassador, and an Indian Music Icon. One of the most compelling and innovative young stars, he is a serious exponent of Indian Classical Music, considered India’s pride, and one of the most sought-after Indian musicians of today’s generation. He frequently collaborated with the late Zakir Hussain. Their sitar-tabla duets were one of the most popular and prominent collaborations in Indian music.
The Space Between the Notes is an extraordinary recording of a live concert of these two maestros in Mumbai, India and will be released later this year. It is their only recorded performance together.
Honoring the musical tradition they come from, Niladri Kumaar continues to expand the reach of Indian Music and brings a specially curated 2026–2027 tour, with his Sitar, Zitar (an electric sitar), and an ensemble of Indian and American musicians. Niladri Kumaar weaves together his magical melodies in his much loved unique style with centuries-old tradition and creative innovation. The tour also honors the special musical bond between the two masters through portions of their album recording presented in the tour.

Agnelo Fernandes, piano.
Sambit Chatterjee, tabla
Satyajit Talwalkar, tabla

Tickets:

https://www.blumenthalarts.org/events/detail/niladri-kumaar-the-space-between-the-notes?gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=24189434354&gbraid=0AAAAADrD9FN7S0vPrtWkDbmQtMbj79Nmg

09/03/2026

This special performance in Charlotte on October 25th, 2026, honors the legacy of the late Ustad Zakir Hussain. It features four extraordinary artists: Niladri Kumar, Satyajit Talwalkar, Charlie Lindner, and Demitro Albany.

Niladri Kumar and Satyajit Talwalkar explore the deep connection between sitar and tabla, moving fluidly through tradition, innovation, and expressive space. Their collaboration reflects years of shared artistry shaped by Zakir Hussain’s musical tradition.

Charlie Lindner on keys and Demitro Albany on bass add texture, harmony, and contemporary energy to the ensemble. Together, they craft a rich, immersive dialogue that bridges Indian classical foundations with modern global sound.

This Charlotte performance is a tribute, celebration, and invitation to listen closely to the music, silence, and legacy within both.

https://youtu.be/dj2fSJkTIOg?is=olm20P9lGL5n46Oh

Tickets at https://www.blumenthalarts.org/events/detail/niladri-kumar-the-space-between-the-notes

09/02/2026

Tickets at Blumenthal arts website:

https://tix.blumenthalarts.org/online/default.asp?doWork::WScontent::loadArticle=Load&BOparam::WScontent::loadArticle::article_id=F2378000-7A6F-43E9-95A1-7FD6DFDD1093