Concert for Harmony & Peace

Concert for Harmony & Peace was presented at The Bhavan as a thematic programme connecting Indian classical music with ideas of unity, well-being, and cultural reflection. Timed close to India’s Independence Day period, the concert positioned music as a medium for dialogue and shared listening.

The program featured Debasis Chakroborty on Indian slide guitar, presenting raga-based melodic exploration shaped by the gayaki-ang approach. His performances are associated with sustaining and vocal-style phrasing on the instrument.

At the piano, Deepak Shah interpreted raga frameworks through a keyboard format, examining how Indian melodic grammar can be articulated on a Western instrument. His work often bridges traditional raga structures with contemporary expression.

On tabla, Durjay Bhaumik provided rhythmic accompaniment and improvisational support, contributing to the interactive dialogue between melody and rhythm typical of Hindustani ensemble settings.

The lineup also included Dr. Lovely Sharma, whose participation added a vocal and interpretive dimension to the thematic focus on peace and emotional resonance.

Framed as a reflective listening experience, the concert emphasized music’s role in shaping mood, awareness, and cultural connection. Programs of this nature illustrate how Indian classical performance is often contextualized beyond entertainment—as a vehicle for introspection and shared cultural values.

Hosted at The Bhavan, a long-standing center for Indian arts in London, the event formed part of the venue’s broader presentation of South Asian classical traditions for UK audiences.