Virasat 2026 – Ustad Shahid Parvez Khan Sitar Recital at St Mark’s Unitarian Church, Edinburgh

Virasat 2026—Ustad Shahid Parvez on Sitar is a Hindustani classical music concert scheduled for 20 March 2026 at St. Mark’s Unitarian Church, Castle Terrace, Edinburgh. The recital features renowned sitar maestro Ustad Shahid Parvez Khan, accompanied by Shahbaz Hussain on tabla, presenting an evening of traditional raga performance in an intimate concert setting.

Ustad Shahid Parvez Khan belongs to the Etawah Gharana, one of the prominent instrumental traditions of Hindustani classical music, and represents the seventh generation of this musical lineage. Internationally recognized for his distinctive gayaki ang (vocal-style) approach to sitar playing, he is often described as the “Man with the Singing Sitar.” The Edinburgh concert marks his return to the city for the first time since 2018, offering audiences the opportunity to experience his artistry in a close and acoustically resonant venue.

Accompanying him is tabla artist Shahbaz Hussain, whose rhythmic accompaniment forms an integral part of the classical duet format between sitar and tabla. Presented under the Virasat 2026 concert series, the event continues the tradition of bringing leading exponents of Indian classical music to international audiences. Hosted at St. Mark’s Unitarian Church, known for its intimate atmosphere and strong acoustics, the performance aims to provide listeners with a focused and immersive classical music experience.