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District of Raga in collaboration with The Kennedy Center presents Shashwat: Celebrating the Legacy of Pandit Kumar Gandharva

  • The John F Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts 2700 F Street Northwest Washington, DC, 20566 United States (map)

Presented by District of Raga in collaboration with The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts.

On Sale Wed. Feb. 21, 2024 10 a.m.

‘Shāshwat’ - Eternal. Such are the music and values of the legendary musician, Pandit Kumar Gandharva. An offering of music to the musical genius for the milestone of his birth centenary, ‘Shāshwat’ celebrates his exemplary life and musical legacy. Pandit Kumar Gandharva’s timeless music bridged dualities, assimilating the best from tradition and modernity, from classical and folk traditions. Kumar-ji lives on in the hearts of disciples and rasikas through the sheer bliss of his art. 

Kumar-ji’s unique compositions by his prashishyas (grand-disciples) - Sawani Mudgal and Khushal Sharma. Their guru, Pandit Madhup Mudgal is a prime disciple of Pandit Kumar Gandharva, and passed on a rich legacy that carries forward through them. 

Artistes:

Sawani Mudgal & Khushal Sharma – Hindustani Vocal
Sibasankar Satapathy – Tabla & Mardal
Sujith Naik – Flute

For all Millennium Stage performances, a limited number of advance reservations are available on a first come, first served basis. Advance reservations do not guarantee a seat, and patrons are encouraged to arrive early.  To reserve tickets go here: https://www.kennedy-center.org/whats-on/millennium-stage/2024/march/change/

For live Millennium Stage performances, free tickets will also be available at the Hall of States Box Office on the day of the performance.

Seating is first come, first served. Standing room is available behind the seated area as space allows.
For more information about directions and parking, please visit http://www.kennedy-center.org/pages/visitor/directions