LearnQuest Music and Dance Festival kicks off with a series of Carnatic and Hindustani Concerts

LearnQuest Classical Music and Dance Festival kicks off with a series of four vocal and instrumental concerts by budding and acclaimed artists.

Event: Kick off to the LearnQuest Music Festival 2024

Date: March 23, 2024

Time: 3:00 pm

Admission: Free

Venue: Common Street Spiritual Center Sanctuary

13 Common St, Natick, MA 01760

Please see the poster below to avail the various discounts offered for the 5-day music and dance festival to be held on March 29, 30, 31 and April 13, 14 at Regis College, Weston, MA.

The Artists

Nishad Bakre: Renowned for his soulful renditions in Hindustani vocal music, Nishad Bakre mesmerizes audiences with his rich and emotive performances. A disciple of the eminent Hindustani vocal maestro Pt. Ulhas Kashalkar, Shri Bakre’s profound understanding of classical ragas, coupled with impeccable vocal control, makes him a stalwart in the realm of Indian classical music. He will be accompanied by Anant Joshi on Harmonium and Abhay Datar on Tabla.

Vikaasa Ramdas: A virtuoso on the mandolin and a disciple of the legendary mandolin maestro Vidwan U. Srinivas, Vikaasa Ramdas brings a unique flair to classical music with his innovative interpretations and masterful technique. His dynamic performances, marked by intricate melodies and rhythmic intricacies, showcase his deep-rooted passion for the art form. He will be accompanied by Hirak Modi on Harmonium, Sriramakrishna Rekapalli on Mridangam and Rohit Subramaniam on Morsing.

Anirban Dasgupta: With his mastery over the sarod, Anirban Dasgupta captivates listeners with his expressive playing and intricate improvisations. The son and disciple of the eminent sarod Maestro the late Pt. Buddhadev Dasgupta, Anirban’s performances, characterized by lyrical melodies and intricate ornamentation, reflect his dedication to preserving and enriching the classical tradition of his lineage. He will be accompanied by Mir Naqibul Islam on Tabla.

Joining them are students of local Carnatic music teachers Durga Krishnan, Tara Bangalore, and Aparna Balaji. These first-generation Indian Americans offering a glimpse into the future of classical music are Amritha Pai and Mahathi Athreya on Vocal, Pranav Swaroop on Violin, Sahana Venkatesh on Veena, and Maheedhar Athreya on Mridangam.