The Inspiring Journey of Rose Dam Roy
Introducing Rose Dam Roy, a remarkable 11-year-old musician from Kolkata, India, whose journey into the piano began at the tender...
Performance with a Purpose – Celebrating Trinity
Trinity College London, the international examinations board for music, performance arts and language, hosted a gala event in Delhi on...
The Class of ’24
The young graduates of the SOI Music Academy gear up for their annual concert, along with a special performance. The tepid April breeze heralds the approaching summer break and respite from textbooks. But at the NCPA, it is the harbinger...
IPAC Returns to Melbourne: A Celebration of Carnatic Music and Bharatanatyam Dance
The Indian Performing Arts Convention (IPAC) returns to Melbourne from 18 – 26 May for a celebration of Carnatic music...
Iconic Ballet Scores: From ‘The Nutcracker’ to ‘Giselle’
Ballet, with its mesmerizing choreography and ethereal grace, is a captivating art form that seamlessly intertwines movement and music. At...
Understanding the Esraj: A Brief Exploration
The esraj, also spelled as esraaj, is a captivating stringed instrument steeped in the cultural heritage of the Indian subcontinent. Originating approximately 300 years ago, it finds its roots primarily in North India and Pakistan, particularly in Punjab, where it...
The Meeting of Cultures
From the return of India-born Danish conductor Maria Badstue to the India debuts of the Georgian Sinfonietta, Danish Chamber Players...
The Closure of the American Youth Symphony
“American Youth Symphony Announces Permanent Closure” screamed the ‘breaking news’ headline on the Violin Channel newsletter I subscribe. Rubbing my...