Sahyadri Kannada Sangha's Grand Musical Symphony from Karnataka Musicians

• Vidyabhushana, voice
• Sandeep Vasishta, flute & saxophone
• Shruti S Kamath, sitar
• Srinivasan H S Sastry, sitar
• Hamsini Hariprasad, sitar
• Kishore Kumar, sitar
• Ranjan Kumar Beura, violin
• Pradyumna Soraba, tabla
• Karthik Damodar, tabla
• Praveen Shanmugam, drums
• Prakash Anthony, drums
• Venugopal C Venkataramana, keyboard
• Shadrach Solomon, keyboard

Sahyadri Kannada Sangha is hosting a grand musical symphony featuring a lineup of exceptional musicians from Karnataka, India. Prepare yourself to be mesmerized by the captivating performances of renowned artists who specialize in Carnatic music, Kannada movie music, and fusion compositions. You will embark on a musical journey that celebrates the cultural richness of Karnataka, the very birthplace of Karnataka (Carnatic) music. The stage will come alive with several talented artists, each bringing their unique flair to the symphony.

These artists will collaborate and create a breathtaking symphony that encompasses the essence of Karnataka's musical heritage. Starting from the 500+ years old soulful renditions of Carnatic music to the iconic melodies of Kannada movies which has adopted and created a nice fusion for current generation. By attending this grand musical symphony, you not only treat yourself to an unforgettable evening of music but also contribute to a noble cause.

We believe in the transformative power of education and are seeking your generous support to uplift schools in rural Karnataka. The funds raised from this event will be dedicated to uplifting rural schools in Karnataka. Together, we can provide essential resources, improve infrastructure, and create better educational opportunities for the students in these underserved areas.

About STG Presents

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About Sahyadri Kannada Sangha

Sahyadri Kannada Sangha is a non-profit charitable organization (501(c)(3)) serving the Greater Seattle and Western Washington population. Our mission is to promote the Kannada cultural and educational ties within the community, to promote events and activities that help maintain the Kannada cultural heritage of Karnataka, a southern state in India.

About Vidyabhushana, voice

Vidyabhushana is a vocalist from Karnataka. He sings devotional songs, chiefly Haridasa compositions, and carnatic classical music. He has many albums to his credit, mainly devotional songs in Kannada, Tulu and has given concerts all over the world. His first album was titled Dasara Padagalu and the 100th titled Tanu Ninnadu Jivana Ninnadu. Performing for more than 40 years, he has traveled to many countries including a tour across the United States in 1999. He was honoured with the title of Sangeetha Vidya Nidhi in 1994. He was also honoured the Doctorate by Hampi University.

About Sandeep Vasishta, flute & saxophone

http://www.deepwinds.com/

About Shruti S Kamath, sitar

https://www.youtube.com/@shrutikamath5109

About Ranjan Kumar Beura, violin

Sri. Ranjan Kumar Beura hails from the city of temples, Bhubaneswar (ODISHA). He was introduced to the realm of music at the tender age of five, by his musically inclined parents who have been his source of inspiration. His journey towards musical perfection was ably guided by his mentors Pandit Sunil Singh Mahant and Smt. Bhubaneswari Mishra. He then received advanced training under Padmabhushan Dr. N. Rajam.

He has done his graduation and post graduation in Hindustani classical violin from Utkal Sangeetha Mahavidhyalaya in Bhubaneswar, ODISHA. He is a Graded (B high) artist from All India Radio. He is the winner of Yuva Kala san man – award 2012, Dr.Sarvapalli Radha Krishna Award – 2002, Best Music Direction for National Youth Festival – 2004 and many more. The principal flavor of his musical expressions is from the Kirana Gharana style of Hindustani classical music, which houses many eminent musicians.

About Pradyumna Soraba, tabla

Pradyumna Soraba is a versatile new-age artist in the world of Indian classical and contemporary styles of music. Born into a family of successful musicians, he developed keen interest and early aptitude for playing the Tabla. Both his father and grandfather have had a deep connect with music, with his father S.R. Gopalakrishnachar being a tabla artist himself and his grandfather being a distinguished artist of Harikatha, a collective art form of traditional story-narration about Hindu philosophy and mythology, presented through poetic singing, music, melody, and dance-drama.

Love and passion for music came naturally to Pradyumna during his early years of childhood. Inspired by his father, he ventured into the field of percussion music at the tender age of 6. At the age of 9, he started formal training of tabla in the Delhi Gharana style, under the tutelage of the great tabla legend, Pt. Ravindra Yavagal.

About Praveen Shanmugam, drums

Praveen Shanmugam was a student of Babu School of Rhythms, completed 5 grades from Trinity College of London, and is currently associated with the Kannada film industry.

About Prakash Anthony, drums

Prakash Antony has played for more than 300 live shows and has been asked to be a session drummer for well-known Indian artists.

Having finished his Indian Classical Grades in mridangam from Vidhvan. Sri. N.G Ravi and also having procured grades from Trinity School of London under the guidance of Vidhvan. Sri. Babusukumar from Babu School of rhythms, he has worked for more than 1000 music CDs of various genres like rock, jazz, folk, classical, devotional, light music, and also fusion. He has played percussion for more than 75 films and worked with renowned music directors like Rajesh Ramnath, Guru Kiran, Hari Krishna, Sadhu Kokila, and many more.

About Shadrach Solomon, keyboard

Shadrach Solomon is an accomplished pianist, keyboardist, arranger, composer and music director.
Some of his very early ventures include teaming up with music band Antaaragni (now called Raghu Dixit) and Layatharanga, Pratidhwani and Viskhepa. He is the founder member of the band DPSG. Thus today, this versatile, having acquired over 30 years of experience in the music industry has become one of the most sought-after musicians in India. He can dexterously play a wide variety of styles, ranging from Western Classical to Carnatic Classical. In all these 30 years in the music industry, Solomon has effortlessly picked up the art of Programming and Arrangement and has maintained a unique approach to it. His exceptional compositions and arrangements make him a terrific performer as well as an extraordinary music director.