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We warmly invite you to join us for a unique concert of Sacred Indian Music and South Indian Cuisine. Jason Kalidas and Dennis Kucherov invite you to a concert of Sacred Indian Raagas with Bansuri, Tabla and Handpan to send our love for peace throughout the world.As we turn into the crisp warmer spring sessions of 2024 with a House of Sacred Art production and the unfolding of Series 2 Chapter 4 at the iconic Grade 2 listed building of St. Augustine’s Arts and Events Centre.
Step inside this lovingly restored former church where many have come together over the years; a sacred building steeped in musical history.
You’ll be welcomed by soft ambient lighting, a Sacred Art gallery and authentic southern Indian cuisine and chai to purchase.
We welcome Jason Kalidas alongside Dennis Kucherov.
Their performance ranges from deeply meditative to improvised fiery explorations of rhythm and melody! A rare chance to hear authentic Indian Raags with amazing rhythms being performed in Brighton from two accomplished Indian classical musicians.
The artists have spent their lives training and performing Indian classical music and every performance is unique, this duo have a special stage chemistry not to be missed!
Indian Raags are ancient musical formulas that have their roots in Naad Yoga (Yoga of sound). Raags developed in ancient temples with the intent to go deeper into the self through the Raasas (archetypal emotions), meditation and trance.
The Raags will be played on the evocative Bansuri (low pitched bamboo flute) and are set to the hypnotic rhythmic cycles played on the amazing percussion instruments of Tabla & Handpan!
JASON KALIDAS (Bansuri) is a British/Irish Bansuri player, trained in Indian classical music since 1996 in the sacred city of Varanasi, India.
He learned Tabla and then Bansuri from master Gurus, Ishwal lal Misra, Dr Shanish Kumar in Varanasi and Rajendra Prasanna in Delhi. He performs Indian classical music throughout Europe and India. Jason teaches workshops on Rasa theory and is also a composer for contemporary dance. He has performed for Darbar festival, The place London , Saddlers wells, UN headquarters NYC, MACBA Barcelona and many more.
https://www.instagram.com/jasonkalidas_bansuri
DENIS KUCHEROV (Tabla & Handpan) is known as a versatile and prolific percussionist, collaborating with many artists. He is well-versed in percussion traditions from music cultures around the world, from traditional Carnatic and Hindustani music of North and South India to traditional Spanish flamenco, Turkish, Persian , with a style ranging from blues, funk, new-age to classical, folk and ethnic and from Arabic to Electronic.
Denis also finds creative pleasure in organising concerts, workshops, music training seminars and large festivals all over the world. One of them is Dairafest (international eastern art festival)
Denis Music is as versatile as his Instruments. His unique rhythmic signature inspires musicians and producers of all Genres to a creative artistic collaboration. Besides that he accompanied the winner of the GRAMMY AWARD Vishwa Mohan Bhatt, Ustad Shahid Parvez (sitar), Mugham star Alim Qasimov, sufi singers Sabri brothers (qawwali), Kora maestro Vieux Aliou Cissokho (Africa)
https://www.instagram.com/denis.tabla
KAARAMS KITCHEN
Authentic home-made South Indian Cuisine!
Explore finest South Indian & Tamil cuisine, blending tradition and health. Let the flavors transport you to India’s heart and join their culinary adventure.
https://www.instagram.com/kaaramskitchen
Please join us and bring your friends for this very special peaceful gathering:
6pm: Doors open for authentic home made south Indian cuisine, masala chai and to view world famous transcendental fine art from Sacred Art exclusively priced for this evening to purchase
7pm: Step inside the Altar Sound Chamber with bespoke vintage sound system and colourful lighting; settle into the space
7:30pm: Opening words from founder Sanj
7:45pm: Concert begins
10pm: Evening to conclude
At this beautiful venue we bring to you a unique vintage sound system created and delivered by James (DJ, Producer, Founder and Creative Director from Vaulted Sound UK) lighting and world famous @sosacredart masterpieces as your backdrop.
Very limited tickets on the door will be available at £20.00 each (cash)
This event is open to all backgrounds, faiths, religions, genders and cultures seeking a conscious heart-centered uplifting experience to support music, community and peace. Come and immerse yourself in a cultural experience.
If you would like to come and experience our event and are financially struggling please feel free to contact Sanj below as we do reserve a small amount of limited tickets whereby you can make a small cash donation at the door. Please inquire first to reserve your seat.
Please bring a cushion or yoga mat; something to sit on, a blanket if required. We will have a number of seats available for those who are unable to sit on the floor.
We kindly ask you to please remove your shoes before entering the Altar Temple Space and also leave any bags and jackets in our cloak room.
We will be serving refreshments, authentic South Indian cuisine and masala chai to purchase throughout the programme.
Train Stations nearest to St. Augustine's:
London Road: 7 minute walk
Brighton: 21 minute walk
Preston Park: 26 minute walk through the park
Very limited free car park for our disabled guests only and step free access - entrance via Florence Road and street parking also available via an app although charges only apply until 8pm on most surrounding roads.
Taxis are also easily available and there are bus stops and a taxi rank right outside of the venue on Stanford Avenue.
If you would like to make a donation to help us keep the fire burning then please speak to a crew member on the evening. All production costs have, like with everything else increased in price at the same time we are trying our very best to make these monthly events as low cost as possible.
Contact details for queries & information:
Sanj: 07879 555 677 / [email protected]
"Close your eyes, put your hands on your heart, and send love to the world!" - Lalah Delia
Thank you, we look forward to being with you and of service to you.
Sanjay Krishna
(Founder / Global Brand Ambassador of Sacred Art and House of Sacred Art)
Tickets: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/sacred-indian-raaga-concert-of-bansuri-and-tabla-tickets-903743319597
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Event Venue & Nearby Stays
St Augustine's Arts and Events Centre Brighton, St Augustines Centre, St Augustines Church, Stanford Avenue,Brighton and Hove, Brighton, United Kingdom
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