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Soul Sangeet – Indian Classical Masters EditionAn immersive evening of authentic raga, rhythm, and devotional sound.
Returning to Nimbin Town Hall on Sunday 5th July is renowned Sarangi maestro Sangeet Mishra from Varanassi India and for the first time visiting the town; acclaimed vocalist Supriyo Dutta from Kalkatta India, with Australian artist and local legend Shivam Rath on the crystal slide hybrid guitar and Rodney Wright on tabla.
Headlining the event is Sangeet Mishra and Supriyo Dutta.
Sangeet is a seventh-generation sarangi maestro from the legendary Banaras gharana. Born into one of India’s most respected musical lineages, Mishra was trained by his grandfather Pt. Narayan Das Mishra, and further guided by Pt. Bhagwan Das Mishra and Pt. Santosh Kumar Mishra. Renowned for reviving the expressive gayaki (vocal) style of sarangi playing, he combines deep traditional mastery with contemporary musical awareness, performing extensively across India and internationally. His work bridges classical purity with innovative collaboration while remaining firmly rooted in shastriya sangeet.
Joining him is celebrated vocalist Supriyo Dutta, regarded as one of the finest Hindustani classical singers of his generation. Known for his emotive depth and refined command of khayal, thumri, dadra, and bhajan, Dutta trained under eminent gurus including Pt. Ramkrishna Basu, Padma Shri Pt. Vijay Kumar Kichlu, Vidushi Subhra Guha, and continues under the guidance of Padma Bhushan Pt. Arvind Parikh. His international performance career spans India, Europe, the United States, Australia, and China, and includes the distinction of being the first Indian vocalist to perform at the President’s Palace in Rome. He is also a respected educator and filmmaker dedicated to the global promotion of Indian classical music.
Supporting the evening is Shivam Rath, Byron Shire-based slide guitarist and curator of Soul Sangeet. A second-generation Indian-Australian musician, Shivam integrates traditional raga training with yogic philosophy and meditative practice. Having studied in Varanasi and Kolkata under respected maestros including Pt. Chhote Lal Misra, Dr. Shibbanath Bhattacharya, and Pt. Debashish Bhattacharya, he has spent over a decade performing and teaching internationally. His approach views music as both artistic expression and transformative sound practice.
Accompanying on tabla is Rodney Wright, who studied the Banaras tradition of tabla in Varanasi under his Guruji Kedarnath Bhowmick throughout the 1990s. He has performed at major Australian festivals and music events and is widely respected for his dedication to developing and sharing music through the language of tabla. His playing reflects both traditional discipline and an open, collaborative spirit.
About Soul Sangeet
Soul Sangeet is a contemporary presentation of Indian classical music, rooted in the ancient traditions of raga and tala. Curated by Shivam Rath, the platform seeks to share the depth, devotional essence, and meditative qualities of this art form with wider audiences. The evening offers an immersive listening experience that invites connection, reflection, and cultural exchange
An Evening of Raga & Resonance
Each artist brings a distinct voice and lineage, coming together in a rare musical dialogue that moves from introspective alap to dynamic rhythmic interplay. This is more than a concert—it is an immersive journey into the subtle, powerful, and transcendent world of Indian classical music.
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Event Venue
45 Cullen St, Nimbin NSW 2480, Australia, 45 Cullen St, Nimbin NSW 2480, Australia, Lismore
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