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2025 EVENTS

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SANGEET NRITYA UTSAV
THE BHAVAN'S ANNUAL MUSIC & DANCE FESTIVAL

Sun 16, Sat 22, Sun 23, Sat 29 & Sun 30 Mar | 6pm onwards
Experience a grand celebration of Indian classical music and dance with an extraordinary lineup of artists showcasing the depth of North and South Indian traditions and the legacy of the arts at Sangeet Nritya Utsav.

Pandit Uday Bhawalkar – A leading exponent of Dhrupad, Pandit Uday Bhawalkar’s soulful renditions bring the depth of this ancient Hindustani vocal tradition to life. His performance promises a spiritual and immersive experience.

Smt. Punita Gupta – A refined sitarist and senior disciple of Bharat Rtana Pt Ravi Shankar, Smt. Punita Gupta and her students will showcase the intricate beauty of Hindustani instrumental music through mesmerising ragas and improvisations.

Vidwan Doreswamy Balakrishna – The celebrated Carnatic veena maestro, and son and disciple of Sangeeta Kalanidhi Dr. Mysore V Doreswamy Iyengar, brings a rich legacy of South Indian classical music, blending melody and rhythm with masterful precision of Veena.

Sri Kalyanapuram S. Aravind – Known for his soulful and dynamic Carnatic vocal performances, Sri Aravind will present a repertoire that reflects the essence of traditional South Indian music.

Tripath by Sharat, Divya, and Bharat Prabhath – A unique collaboration featuring Bharatanatyam, Harikatha (storytelling through music), and Kathak. This fusion of rhythm, expression, and narrative weaves an enchanting tale of Indian heritage.
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M.P. Birla Memorial Talk - Leadership lessons from ancient traditions of India

Join us for a talk: Leadership lessons from ancient traditions of India by 
Sri Subhanu Saxena, Chairman of Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan UK and Europe, holds an MBA from INSEAD and an M.A. from Oxford. A classical guitarist, Sanskrit teacher, and Urdu scholar, he speaks six languages, including Russian, French, German, Hindi, and Urdu. He is currently the council member of Imperial College. He was a global executive with experience in pharmaceuticals, FMCG, and banking, he has served as MD and Global CEO of Cipla and held senior roles at Novartis, Citigroup, and PepsiCo. 

 Thur 13 Mar | 6:30pm for for 7:00pm start | Dinner will be served
By invite only | Contact: meera@bhavan.net

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The Singing Sitar

A dedication to the iconic musician and prolific personality, 
Ustad Vilayat Khan.
Join this unique evening presented by London Sitar Academy featuring some of his most dedicated devotees reflecting on his legacy and celebrating his beautiful compositions.

Fri 14 Mar | 7.30pm - 9.30pm | £20/£15/£10        

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SANGEET NRITYA UTSAV - THE BHAVAN'S ANNUAL MUSIC & DANCE FESTIVAL 

Dhrupad by Pandit Uday Bhawalkar

Uday Bhawalkar, a leading Dhrupad vocalist, trained under Ustaad Zia Fariduddin Dagar and Ustaad Zia Mohiuddin Dagar. Known for his soulful style and global reach, he has performed at prestigious festivals worldwide since 1985 and collaborated with legends like Ustaad Zakir Hussain. A recipient of numerous honours, Uday has also contributed to international film soundtracks and taught at renowned institutions globally. He is a Guru at ITC Sangeet Research Academy and other prestigious centres.

Sun 16 March | 6.00pm | £22/£17 (£20/£15 use code BVB2025)     

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Maatru Vandana

Maatru Vandana celebrates the divine feminine through dance, honouring mother who is revered across cultures for her role in protection and safeguarding. Sanskruti Centre for Cultural Excellence presents Maatru Vandana, raising cross-cultural awareness of mother goddesses, highlighting their heroic acts and the role of mothers in society-building.

Fri 21 Mar | 6.00pm - 9.00pm | £15/£12 | Snacks available        

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Sitar by Smt. Punita Gupta and her students

Smt. Punita Gupta, a senior disciple of Bharat Ratna Pandit Ravi Shankar has devoted her life to create the next generation of sitar players. Her students will perform along with her. She will be accompanied by Vidwan Sri. M Balachandar on Mridangam and Hevylen Shenan on Tabla. Special guest artists like Rikhil Rai on Flute will also perform. 

Sat 22 March | 6pm | £27/£22 (£25/£20 use code BVB2025)

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SANGEET NRITYA UTSAV - THE BHAVAN'S ANNUAL MUSIC & DANCE FESTIVAL 

Veena by Vidwan Doreswamy Balakrishna

Sri D. Balakrishna, son and disciple of Sangeetha Kalanidhi Dr. Mysore V. Doreswamy Iyengar is a distinguished Veena artist of the Mysore school. Trained in classical Karnatic music from childhood, he has performed acclaimed solo and duet concerts and is known for his purity of notes, mellifluous ragas, and rhythmic precision.

Sun 23 March | 6pm | £22/£17 (£20/£15 use code BVB2025)

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Carnatic Vocal by Sri Kalyanapuram S Aravind

Kalyanpuram S. Aravind is a renowned Carnatic vocalist known for his unique raga alapanas, neravals, and bhava-rich virutham renditions.
He began his training under Smt. Sudha Seshagopalan and later with Sri S. Kasthuri Rangan and mentored by the legendary Padmabhushan Sangeetha Kalanidhi Madurai Sri T.N. Seshagopalan.

Sat 29 March | 6pm | £22/£17 (£20/£15 use code BVB2025)

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Tripath: Bharatanatyam, Harikatha & Kathak by Sharat, Divya & Bharat Prabhath

Descendants of Saint-Poet Purandara Dasaru, Sharat, Divya, and Bharat Prabhath present a unique blend of Bharatanatyam, Kathak, and Harikatha. Presenting
Punyakoti, a folktale blending Kathak and Katha, Apaharana, exploring Sita and Rukmini's journeys, and a Kathak recital showcasing Jaipur and Lucknow gharanas.

Sun 30 March | 6pm | £22/£17 (£20/£15 use code BVB2025)

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A glimpse into the activities and events of The Bhavan

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120
Classes a Week
23
Subjects
100+
concerts each year

OUR VISION

As the largest center for classical Indian arts and culture outside India, The Bhavan is committed to ensuring the rich artistic and cultural heritage of India is alive and available to all.

Aim high, see big, judge widely

Unique Performance Opportunities

From small ensembles and concerts to performing at the most prestigious venues in the UK, The Bhavan offers incomparable stage experience for performers at all levels.  There are even opportunities for international tours at the highest level. 

BENEFITS OF OUR TRAINING PROGRAMS

The UK's top instructors with visiting guest teachers from around the World

PRACTICAL APPROACH

Our practical training courses are carefully structured to take you from complete beginner to advanced level in the shortest possible time. The only limitation is your dedication!

VIBRANT COMMUNITY

Learning is more fun with friends, especially when it comes to performances and concerts. The Bhavan is as much about community spirit as it is individual progress. Come join us.

FOR YOUR CAREER

If you are a looking for professional level support then we have the highest qualified teachers in the UK.
Let The Bhavan help you reach higher than ever before.

Term Dates 2024/25

Timetable and Fees
Autumn Term : 14 September - 15 December 2024
Spring Term : 4 January - 17 April 2025
Summer Term : 26 April - 10 July 2025

THEORY EXAM : 12 & 13 July 2025
SUMMER SCHOOL : 19 July - 10 August 2025

DEADLINES AND REQUIREMENTS 2024/25

DEADLINE: Avail yearly fee payment by 13 October 2024
REQUIREMENTS: Attending exams requires minimum 60% attendance in an academic year.
 All classes have a minimum age requirement of 8  years.
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KIND WORDS FROM OUR STUDENTS...  :)

"This short course reminded us how versatile guruji’s knowledge is. Not only did we learn the scales and their names in Western and South Indian music, but the compositions he carefully selected from his own compositions and his gurus’, we could see the different styles of music while using the same scale. Having a fellow student who played different instrument than sitar was a new experience for me." 

RAMA
Sitar Short COurse
2021
"Summer School has given students a fantastic opportunity to really absorb and engage with something that they love, something that is very much part of their soul. Dance has fantastic health benefits, from a physical and also a mental health and well-being perspective. There couldn't be a more apt time for people to be doing what makes them sane and what makes them happy in this quarantine world."

LaksHmi
Bharatanatyam Summer School
2020
"The creativeness that you guys are coming out with to help your students, like they can practice in their square yard and do what they need to do is fantastic. Normally we are all practising together and we get to feel Guruji's groove. Being able to get that across online, from the student's point of view, to come from nothing and that emptiness to having that for our mental health and having that relationship of 'you can improve' is fantastic."
Deeptarka
 Tabla Summer School
2020

Thank you to our Sponsors

The work of The Bhavan would not be possible without the support of our many sponsors and donors. 

If you would like to help The Bhavan bring Indian cultural activities further in to the community then please visit our Sponsor Page:
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Our gratitude to The Kamini and Vindi Banga Family trust for their support and sponsorship of our much loved annual
Ravi Shankar Memorial Concert Series.