In-person

Darbar: Purbayan Chatterjee + Ramana Balachandhran

Sat, Feb 7, 2026
8:00 PM - 10:30 PM (GMT)
Barbican Centre, London
A man in traditional attire playing a sitar with his eyes closed in a peaceful indoor setting.
A young musician in traditional clothing playing a veena outdoors with eyes closed, focused on the music.
Purbayan Chatterjee, Ramana Balachandhran

About This Event

Experience an evening of Indian classical music where the soothing sound of the sitar meets the lively expression of the Veena. Each performance has its own unique style, and together they create a memorable musical journey on one stage. 

The concerts open with Ramana Balachandhran, a young veena artist known for his confident technique and thoughtful expression, accompanied by Anantha Krishnan on mridangam. Their music highlights the rhythmic and ...Read more

Experience an evening of Indian classical music where the soothing sound of the sitar meets the lively expression of the Veena. Each performance has its own unique style, and together they create a memorable musical journey on one stage. 

The concerts open with Ramana Balachandhran, a young veena artist known for his confident technique and thoughtful expression, accompanied by Anantha Krishnan on mridangam. Their music highlights the rhythmic and melodic character of the Carnatic tradition. 

After the interval, Purbayan Chatterjee, an acclaimed sitarist, recognized for his innovative approach to Hindustani music, performs alongside Sukhvinder Singh Pinky, a leading tabla exponent. Their collaboration explores raga and rhythm with energy and imagination.

With Valentine’s Day just around the corner, this concert is a lovely chance to enjoy live music with someone close to you.

The performance is expected to finish at around 10.30 pm. Timings are approximate and may change.

Presented by Darbar Arts Culture Heritage Trust.

Programme
First Half

  • Ramana Balachandhran—Saraswati Veena
  • Anantha Krishnan—Mridangam

Second Half

  • Purbayan Chatterjee—Sitar
  • Sukhvinder Singh Pinky —Tabla
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A young musician in traditional clothing playing a veena outdoors with eyes closed, focused on the music.

Ramana Balachandhran is a Carnatic veena artist from a musical family. At 16, he earned an A grade from All India Radio and performed at Chennai’s Music Academy, bypassing age rules.

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A man in traditional attire playing a sitar with his eyes closed in a peaceful indoor setting.

Purbayan Chatterjee is an Indian sitar maestro known for his lyrical style, global performances, innovative collaborations, and the creation of the Dwo, a modern adaptation of the sitar.

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The Barbican Centre is one of London's major homes for the arts. Located within the Barbican Estate, it hosts a broad program of activities, including music concerts, theatre productions, film screenings, and exhibitions, offering audiences many ways to experience the arts.

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Silk Street, Barbican, London, EC2Y 8DS

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