Changemaker Series: A Conversation with Gaurav Mazumdar

One of the most sought-after and versatile musicians today, Gaurav Mazumdar hails from a family of well-known musicians of Allahabad (India). His early career in music began with vocal music followed by the violin, under the tutelage of his father Dulal Mazumdar and Guru Pt. Nandkishore Vishwakarma. The legendary maestro, Pt. Ravi Shankar discovered Gaurav's talent and inspired him to learn the sitar, and under the legend's teaching and guidance, Gaurav has come to be an accomplished musician.

Gaurav's performances and work has been widely acclaimed and appreciated by audiences at various music festivals and venues all across the globe spanning several parts of Asia, Australia, Europe, Africa and America, also performing on occasions with, and for his guru, Pandit Ravi Shankar.

Gaurav is renowned for his solo recitals, sparked by passion, thorough knowledge of Raag & Taal and a keen sensitivity. His jugalbandis (duets) with some of the best-known musicians of India from both the North-Indian (Hindustani) and South-Indian (Carnatic) traditions are a real treat for the listeners. He has had numerous collaborations with western musicians such as Daniel Hope, Philip Glass and Kenny Werner and composed for and performed with the English Chamber Orchestra. He has composed music for the Ballet 'Siddhartha'– a book by Nobel laureate Hermann Hesse and a score titled 'Akanksha' for his concert at the Vatican to celebrate the new Millennium - being the first and only Indian musician to perform at the Vatican. 

Reservations are only available online and will not be sold at the door.  Please purchase early to guarantee a seat. This is a small venue with limited tickets available.