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EKA: A Grand Percussion Concert in Eka Talam at Gayana Samaja

Sun, Jul 5, 2026
5:30 PM onwards (IST)
Bangalore Gayana Samaja, Bengaluru
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About This Event

EKA is a unique percussion concert presented by Fiddling Monk as the grand finale of the Talapravaham Concert Series. Built around the concept of Eka Talam, one of the foundational rhythmic cycles in Carnatic music, the concert brings together an exceptional ensemble of percussion maestros for an evening dedicated entirely to rhythm and improvisation. 

Featuring accomplished artists on Mridangam, ...Read more

EKA is a unique percussion concert presented by Fiddling Monk as the grand finale of the Talapravaham Concert Series. Built around the concept of Eka Talam, one of the foundational rhythmic cycles in Carnatic music, the concert brings together an exceptional ensemble of percussion maestros for an evening dedicated entirely to rhythm and improvisation. 

Featuring accomplished artists on Mridangam, Kanjira, and Ghatam, the performance explores the intricate mathematics, creativity, and energy that define South Indian percussion traditions. Through solo passages, ensemble interactions, and dynamic rhythmic dialogues, EKA promises an exhilarating musical experience celebrating the artistry and spirit of Carnatic percussion.

Event Details:

  • Date: 5 July 2026
  • Time: 6:30 PM

Artists: 
Vid. Changanassery Harikumar – Mridangam 
Vid. Patri Satish Kumar – Mridangam 
Vid. Kulur Jayachandra Rao – Mridangam 
Vid. Abhishek Raghuram – Mridangam 
Vid. Bangalore Amrit – Kanjira 
Vid. Guru Prasanna – Kanjira 
Vid. Giridhar Udupa – Ghatam 
Vid. Trichy Krishnaswamy – Ghatam

Venue: Gayana Samaja, Bengaluru

Organizer: Fiddling Monk

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Bangalore Gayana Samaja

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Bangalore Gayana Samaja is one of India’s oldest classical music venues in Bengaluru, hosting Carnatic concerts, festivals, and conferences since 1905.

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Krishna Rajendra Rd, Chikkanna Garden, Basavanagudi, Bengaluru, KA, 560004

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