Jugalbandhi--A Grand Indian Classical Music Concert October 23, 2009

Jugalbandhi featuring one of India’s foremost Carnatic violinists, Lalgudi Vijayalakshmi and the Hindustani flute maestro Pravin Godkhindi will be presented by Harrice Miller Entertainment and Jiva Performing Arts on Friday, October 23, 2009 at the Lang Recital Hall, Hunter College.

A Jugalbandhi, a duet between two musical instruments or traditions, is an exciting display of two contrasting styles and forms. This jugalbandhi will feature the virtuosic artist, Lalgudi Vijayalakshmi, who hails from one of the most illustrious violin families of India, being the daughter and disciple of the great maestro Lalgudi Jayaraman. She has performed widely both in India and abroad and has received numerous awards in India.

Pravin Godkhindi, one of India’s most respected and talented flutists, was born to a family of musicians, and also had his training from his father, Pandit VENKATESH GODKHINDI, an eminent vocalist and Bansuri artist. He was graded “A” by All India Radio and TV at the age of 21. He has been awarded with numerous titles in India and has performed in jugalbandhi concerts with eminent musicians. Pravin has given concerts all over the world in his solo and collaborative performances.

They will be accompanied by talented percussionists, Charudatta Phadke on tabla and AR Bala Skandan on mridangam. Charudatta Phadke is a disciple of Pandit Suresh Talwalkar and has given several solo concerts in India and abroad as well as accompanying some of he most eminent artists of India. AR Bala Skandan is a disciple of the mridangam maestro Guru Karaikudi R. Mani, and is based in New York and performs widely in the US accompanying visiting artists from India as well as performing with many established artists in the US. His Carnatic percussion ensemble, Akshara, has performed in many venues to much acclaim.

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