Jugalbandhi -- an Indian Classical duet
| Hours: | Gates open at 4:00 p.m. |
| Ages: | Teens, Adults |
| In/Outdoor: | Indoor |
| Cost: | $$ see below |
| Category: | Music & Concerts |
After the divergence of the Hindustani and the Carnatic systems of Indian Classical music, there has been tremendous give-and-take from one on the other. One might see Hamsadwani and Charukesi -- classic Carnatic ragas -- in Hindustani music, and Hindustani ragas such as HamirKalyani and Behag in Carnatic performances.
Dhrupad music, as performed today, shares many complementary features to the Carnatic tradition: comparable improvisational modes, percussion accompaniments (mridangam vs pakhavaj), and extended lyrical content in compositions.
The similarity in using rhythmic pulses during melodic improvisation, be it nom-tom alaap in Dhrupad or tanam in Carnatic is also striking. In addition, duet singing is common in both traditions as opposed to the khyal style of Hindustani music. Carnatic composers have incorporated aspects of the Dhrupad style in their compositions; Neerajakski Kamakshi by Dikshitar is classic example.
The Gundecha Brothers are the prime torchbearers of the Dagar family and have carved a class for themselves in the world of Dhrupad. As a remarkable example of music reigning over communal divides, the Dagar family has housed some of the foremost practioners of Dhrupad repertoire, with significant Hindu devotional content.
In an evening of musical bliss and entrancement, the Gundecha Brothers will be joined by the Malladi Brothers, Malladi Sreeramprasad and Malladi Ravikumar, an illustrious Carnatic duo who had their training from maestros such as Sripada Pinakapani, Nedunuri Krishnamurthy and Voleti Venkatesvarulu.
This unique musical spectacle, a blend and shared euphony of two distinct genres of music promises a rare treat to the music connoisseurs of the greater Boston area.
Students and music lovers are welcome to interact with the artistes, after the concert.
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$20.00 - $100.00; Free admission to students from music colleges. Valid student ID required.
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77 Massachusetts Avenue, Cambridge, MA, 02139 map
Phone: 6172587971
http://www.wi.mit.edu/programs/symposium/symposium_dir.html
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