Prasant Radhakrishnan: Carnatic Indian Classical Saxophone Concert April 5, 2009

His incredible saxophone playing blended both his background in Carnatic (South Indian) Classical Music and Jazz so well that it seemed like the two genres were one and the same.
Prasant Radhakrishnan is a versatile saxophonist identified with both the South Indian Classical (Carnatic) and Jazz disciplines. He received initial training from veena vidwan, Mrs. Vijaya Prabhakar. Prasant started learning Carnatic music on saxophone under the able guidance of his guru, "Padmashri" Kadri Gopalnath, in 1996. He underwent rigorous training during summers in India, and soon began accompanying his guru in concerts and performing solo. As part of an ongoing goal, Prasant strives to put to rest misconceptions and preconceived notions about Carnatic music and jazz as well as the use of saxophone in Carnatic music. Prasant is creating a new path for the future of Carnatic music and Jazz.
His CD release 'East Facing' has received rave reviews.

DONT MISS THIS OPPORTUNITY TO HEAR THIS ONE OF A KIND MUSICIAN AND HIS MUSIC!!

Venue: Ektaa Center 2691 Richter Ave. Ste 105, Irvine 92606.
Tickets: Advance Purchase /
Reservation - $12 and $8 (Seniors) Children under 12 - FREE.
AT THE DOOR: $15 and $10 (Seniors)
To purchase tickets or info please call (949)
300-8912 or email info@ektaacenter.org.

Visit www.prasantmusic.comc for more info on the artist.

This is a part of our ongoing 'Emerging Artistes showcase' partially funded by a grant from the Target Corp.

Official Website: http://www.ektaacenter.org/atektaa.html