Indian Jazz Journey at Stanford Jazz Festival on June 23, 2024 (Sun) and Abhangwari at BMM 2024 on June 30 2024 (Sun)
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ICMA is excited to bring to you two unique musical voyage and experience Indian Classical Music in two rather diverse settings - Indian Jazz Journey at the Stanford Jazz Festival and Abhangwari at the BMM 2024 Convention!
An incredibly popular annual jazz event, Indian Jazz Journey with Mahesh Kale and George Brooks is a captivating encounter between Indian classical and Western jazz musical traditions. Renowned vocalist Mahesh Kale, beloved for his intensely expressive and versatile singing, blends intricate Indian ragas and rhythms with the improvisational spirit of Jazz. His musical collaborator George Brooks’ soulful saxophone and deep understanding of Indian music create a dynamic dialogue between the two genres. Their melodies soar in unison over the rhythmic landscape of traditional Indian instruments and the Jazz rhythm section, creating a tapestry of sound that is both familiar and unexpected. Joining them are Grammy-winning percussionist Selvaganesh Vinayakram, Carnegie Hall pianist Frank Martin, prodigy bassist Kai Eckhardt, and Grammy-nominated drummer Scott Amendola. Expect mesmerizing sounds, captivating melodies, and a deeply personal and immersive connection forged between the artists, as well as the audience. Join us on Sunday, June 23rd 2024! Click here for tickets and more.
In Abhangwari – an eternal ode to Vitthal, the timeless devotional essence of Marathi 'Abhangs' converges with the soulful artistry of Mahesh Kale. Here, amidst the rhythmic journey of 'wari', music enthusiasts embark on a sacred odyssey, traversing melodies steeped in devotion, to experience a harmonious fusion of spirituality and musical brilliance. Expanding beyond traditional music, the visual art by master calligrapher Achyut Palav, sculptor extraordinaire Bhagwan Rampure along with direction and script by the critically acclaimed Prajakt Deshmukh and narration by eminent actress Mukta Barve will be sure to evoke profound spirituality and capture the cultural essence of Maharashtra. In Mahesh Kale's ‘Abhangwari’, through a journey of enchanting performances, you will be transported to the sacred grounds of Pandharpur and connect deeply with the divine, transcending language and cultural barriers. Click here for tickets and more.
An incredibly popular annual jazz event, Indian Jazz Journey with Mahesh Kale and George Brooks is a captivating encounter between Indian classical and Western jazz musical traditions. Renowned vocalist Mahesh Kale, beloved for his intensely expressive and versatile singing, blends intricate Indian ragas and rhythms with the improvisational spirit of Jazz. His musical collaborator George Brooks’ soulful saxophone and deep understanding of Indian music create a dynamic dialogue between the two genres. Their melodies soar in unison over the rhythmic landscape of traditional Indian instruments and the Jazz rhythm section, creating a tapestry of sound that is both familiar and unexpected. Joining them are Grammy-winning percussionist Selvaganesh Vinayakram, Carnegie Hall pianist Frank Martin, prodigy bassist Kai Eckhardt, and Grammy-nominated drummer Scott Amendola. Expect mesmerizing sounds, captivating melodies, and a deeply personal and immersive connection forged between the artists, as well as the audience. Join us on Sunday, June 23rd 2024! Click here for tickets and more.
In Abhangwari – an eternal ode to Vitthal, the timeless devotional essence of Marathi 'Abhangs' converges with the soulful artistry of Mahesh Kale. Here, amidst the rhythmic journey of 'wari', music enthusiasts embark on a sacred odyssey, traversing melodies steeped in devotion, to experience a harmonious fusion of spirituality and musical brilliance. Expanding beyond traditional music, the visual art by master calligrapher Achyut Palav, sculptor extraordinaire Bhagwan Rampure along with direction and script by the critically acclaimed Prajakt Deshmukh and narration by eminent actress Mukta Barve will be sure to evoke profound spirituality and capture the cultural essence of Maharashtra. In Mahesh Kale's ‘Abhangwari’, through a journey of enchanting performances, you will be transported to the sacred grounds of Pandharpur and connect deeply with the divine, transcending language and cultural barriers. Click here for tickets and more.
