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Irshad
Khan – Sitar & Surbahar
Hindol
Majumdar – Tabla
Irshad Khan, a torchbearer of
the younger generation of musicians, is internationally recognized as
one of the greatest sitar players and as the leading Surbahar (bass
sitar) exponent of his generation. Surbahar is an instrument of rare
distinction. Irshad Khan belongs to one of the most respected families
of Sitar and Surbahar players over centuries. Whether he is performing
pure classical, folk, or worldbeat /new age, audiences are stunned by
his supreme virtuosity and musicality. This remarkable versatility
allows Irshad Khan to transcend cultural barriers and turn each
performance into a spellbinding and unforgettable experience for
audiences everywhere.
“Charismatic music mesmerizes audience.” (The Toronto Star,
Canada)
“Scintillating
performance." (Boston Globe,
U.S.A)
“The Mozart of
Indian music” (Isthmus, Milwaukee
U.S.A)
"Irshad was
exceptional." (The Guardian,
England)
"Feast of music
for the hungry" (The Times,
England)
Saturday 24 October 2009 at 7:30 PM,
Oscar Peterson Concert Hall
Loyola Campus, Concordia University, 7141 Sherbrooke
West
Admission: $50, $20 (Students/Seniors: $15)
Group Discount Available
Information/Reservation: (514) 586 3148, (514)
695 3264, (514) 931 0942
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