Darbar Festival is the world's largest Indian classical music festival outside India, bringing together leading Hindustani and Carnatic musicians through concerts, learning experiences, and cultural programmes.
Upcoming Events
Jasdeep Singh Degun (Sitar) & Sukhvinder Singh Pinky (Tabla)
Debanjan Bhattacharjee (Sarod) & Spoorthi Rao (Carnatic Vocal)
Ustad Wasifuddin Dagar Dhrupad Vocal Recital with Mohan Shyam Sharma
Sunanda Sharma (Khayal Vocal) & Ustad Shahbaz Hussain (Tabla Solo)
Yogabliss: Hatha Yoga with Live Esraj by Kirpal Panesar
Two Gharanas, One Musician: Ustad Shahbaz Hussain in Conversation
A Voice Without Borders: Sandeep Narayan in Conversation
Raga Meditation with Jason Kalidas & Eartha Love
Ustad Irshad Khan (Sitar) & Pandit Prasad Khaparde (Hindustani Vocal)
Midnight Ragas: Kala Ramnath & Jayanthi Kumaresh
India’s Vanishing Voice: Film Screening & Discussion
Yogabliss: Hatha Yoga with Live Esraj by Kirpal Panesar
The Genius of Sandeep Narayan
The Benaras Gharana: A Masterclass with Sunanda Sharma
Raga Meditation with Jason Kalidas & Eartha Love
Amaan Ali Bangash & Ayaan Ali Bangash: Sarod Duet Concert
Past Events
Debasmita Bhattacharya + Mallick Dharbanga Dhrupad
Darbar: Jason Kalidas + Inderpal (Pali) Kalsi
Festival Artists
About the Festival
Darbar Festival is a globally recognised celebration of Indian classical music that presents the richness of both Hindustani and Carnatic traditions to international audiences. Held annually in the United Kingdom, the festival showcases acclaimed vocalists, instrumentalists, and emerging artists through a carefully curated programme of concerts, lecture-demonstrations, workshops, and cultural experiences. Known for its commitment to artistic authenticity, the festival explores diverse musical forms ranging from khayal and dhrupad to instrumental and contemporary classical collaborations. In addition to performances, Darbar Festival promotes music appreciation through educational initiatives, artist interactions, wellness activities, and digital resources, creating meaningful connections between artists, students, and audiences from around the world. Through its inclusive and innovative programming, the festival has become one of the most influential international platforms dedicated to Indian classical music and cultural exchange.