Save the date - Wednesday, 13th December at 21.30, because we have an extraordinary concert, welcoming two Indian virtuosos at our cinema!
You will have an incredible opportunity to listen to Carnatic music, a classical tradition from South India, known for its emphasis on melody and intricate rhythmic patterns. It is deeply spiritual and has a history spanning over two millennia. This concert features the young Sumanth Manjunath, a virtuoso in Carnatic classical music, performing a solo violin recital accompanied by Yashwant Hampiholi on the mridangam. They will present the ancient raga Charukeshi, with compositions dating back around 300 years, in a mostly improvised performance.
**Special guest appearance: Julius Gabriel, a saxophonist whose work delves into the boundaries and intricacies of his instruments, exploring the dynamic interplay between corporeality, acoustics, transcendence, and hypnosis.
WATCH:
Sumanth Manjunath solo: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wQ-ca8KJwKA Yashwant Hampiholi: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r_54Bn7hpcY Manjunath & Hampiholi: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gDg0b4KFE0Q
Entrance 10€ // all amount goes to the artists
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Sumanth Manjunath stands as a true virtuoso in the world of violin, hailing from a distinguished lineage of celebrated Carnatic musicians. Imbued with the rich heritage of his family's illustrious violin tradition, he has been nurtured and guided by the esteemed maestros who precede him, namely his father, the maestro Dr. Mysore Manjunath, his uncle, the renowned violin maestro Mysore Nagaraj, and his grandfather, the violin vidwan Sri Mahadevappa. Sumanth's performances are a harmonious blend of technical brilliance and profound emotional expression, serving as a quintessential embodiment of the Bhava style in Carnatic music. He has explored and drawn inspiration from a wide array of musical genres, including Western classical, jazz, Persian, Arabic, Turkish, and Sufi music. Sumanth has showcased his versatility and musical expertise through jugalbandi performances, engaging in captivating duets enriching his artistry within the Carnatic and Hindustani classical tradition. Sumanth's talent has already taken him to various prestigious venues, festivals, and music conferences across India and around the world. Sumanth's musical prowess extends to teaching and cultural representation, solidifying his role as a cultural ambassador. At just 23, he embodies talent, dedication, and a rich musical legacy.
Yashwant Hampiholi has been playing the Mridangam since the age of six, mastering this integral percussion instrument deeply interwoven with Carnatic music. This classical South Indian drum, historically linked to sacred temples, holds profound cultural significance. Under the guidance of Shri I.V. Renuka Prasad in Hyderabad and Shri Karaikudi Shriram in Chennai, Yashwant honed his skills, delving into its intricate rhythms and melodies. For the past six years, he's been under the tutelage of Dr. Shri Patri Satish Kumar, a celebrated Mridangam maestro renowned for his contributions to the world of classical music. Beyond the Mridangam, Yashwant also explores the art of Bharatanatyam under his parents' guidance, enriching his artistic journey, all while pursuing an M.A. in Rhythmology from Madras University.
